The January transfer window is just over two weeks away and Leeds United will undoubtedly have an eye on possible reinforcements. Daniel Farke expects a quiet month in West Yorkshire but that is not to say the club won’t act if the right opportunity comes along.
Leeds were known to be in for a No.10 over the summer and might be minded to revisit that interest, while there have been recent links at full-back. One or two good signings could prove the difference come May and an aggressive month could put Farke’s side beyond reach through the second half of the campaign.
With all that in mind, the YEP has attempted to draw up a dream starting line-up should those rumours prove true. Take a look below...
7. CM: Ao Tanaka
The £3.5m summer arrival has been magnificent in a deeper role and should only improve once he's allowed to push forward more. Tough on Joe Rothwell who has been excellent. | Getty Images
8. RW: Daniel James
In the best form of his Leeds career in recent weeks and really improved with decision-making. Farke has four excellent wingers to pick from so the Welshman needs to keep it up. | Getty Images
9. CAM: James McAtee
Leeds were interested in McAtee over the summer and he is expected to leave Manchester City next month, whether it be on loan or permanently. Premier League interest would make a move hard but what a statement it would be. | Carl Recine/Getty Images Photo: Carl Recine/Getty Images
10. LW: Wilfried Gnonto
Has the spot over Manor Solomon and Largie Ramazani as things stand but will certainly want to improve his goal record. Italian's ability to drift across the pitch has been a major strength of his this season. | Getty Images
11. ST: Mateo Joseph
Leeds don't seem to have a clear first-choice striker, but they have three good options all with different strengths. Tend to start best with Joseph's energy. | Danny Lawson/PA Wire