In the meantime, record numbers of football fans have been taking to Football Manager to get their fix. For a bit of fun, we've fired up the popular management sim and sent the game into the future to have a peek at who Leeds are predicted to sign over the next three transfer windows.
1. Helder Costa - Wolves - 15 million
Right, some good news to start: Leeds are promoted! Bad news, for some reason Jean Kevin-Augustin didn't get a permanent deal. Still, Helder Costa's signing kicks us off nicely. | Getty
2. Tom Cleverley - Watford - 11.25 million
A fine piece of business, this. Having rejuvenated his career with the Hornets, the ex-Manchester United man is snapped up to add some more dynamism to United's midfield. | Getty
3. Andrija Balic - Udinese - Free transfer
How very left field, how very Marcelo Bielsa. The Whites snapped up the Croatian midfielder following his release, and have now loaned him straight out to Reading. Who knows what the plan is here. | Getty
4. Florian Lejeune - Newcastle United - 9 million
With Ben White back at Brighton, the Frenchman was brought in to take his place in the starting XI. He was previously on the books at Manchester City and Eibar. | Getty
5. Bersant Celina - Swansea City - 11 million
Crikey, that cash really is getting splashed. The Kosovo international adds plenty of pace and flair on the left wing, and his 16/20 determination rating is an invaluable attribute. | Getty
6. Martin Valjent - Mallorca - 4 million
Nope, we're not overly familiar with this one either! He's a centre-back with some senior caps for Slovakia, and looks to be a solid backup option. | Getty