Victor Orta spent most of January putting the framework in place for signings at the end of the season, and the rumour mill is already throwing up potential targets.
The Whites continue to be linked with a number of players currently plying their trade in Italy – which may have something to do with Andrea Radrizzani’s connections.
And that is where the latest name has popped up from – Italy under-21s international Tommaso Pobega.
According to Tuttosport, the 21-year-old central midfielder is subject of interest from Leeds and Premier League rivals Leicester City.
Pobega is currently on loan at Serie A side Spezia from AC Milan, where he has provided three goals and two assists.
Naturally, Pobega wants to succeed with Milan after being tipped for a big future but he could be prized away.
It is claimed Milan could easily’ make €10million (£8.7m) from a possible sale, should Leeds or the Foxes make a move.
Staying in Italy, Udinese sporting director Pasquale Marino has failed to rule out Leeds target Rodrigo De Paul leaving soon.
The Argentine was one of Marcelo Bielsa’s main targets last summer but the Whites were priced out of a move.
Since then, the 26-year-old has also reportedly attracted interest from Liverpool and Juventus.
“He has characteristics that many top clubs in Europe are missing,” Marino told Italian broadcaster Radio 24.
“I hope it doesn't happen, but whoever signs him next summer will raise their team to a different level.”
Here’s a round-up of the latest gossip, including much more of Leeds, doing the rounds across the Premier League:
7. De Paul could move this summer
Rodrigo De Paul is likely to leave Udinese this summer, sporting director Pasquale Marino said: “I hope it won’t happen, but whoever will sign him next summer will raise their team to a different level.” (Radio24 via Goal) Photo: Alessandro Sabattini
8. Duo 'come forward' for Pobega
Leeds United and Leicester City have “come forward” to sign AC Milan midfielder Tommaso Pobega. The 21-year-old is currently on loan at Serie A side Spezia and could be sold for around £8.7million. (Tuttosport via Sport Witness) Photo: Valerio Pennicino
9. Harrison expected to join Leeds permanently
The Whites are expected to sign Jack Harrison permanently from Manchester City this summer with an £11million agreement in place. The 24-year-old has played in all-but one of the club’s Premier League matches so far. (The Athletic) Photo: LEE SMITH
10. Klopp set sights on Raphinha
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has set his sights on Leeds’ Raphinha. Klopp sees the Brazilian as an ‘ideal replacement’ for the likes of Mo Salah or Sadio Mane. Leeds “know it will be very difficult” to keep the 24-year-old. (Sport via Sport Witness) Photo: Pool