Leeds United transfer news live on deadline day as Whites' Bamba Dieng deal called off
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After a season badly blighted by injury, United fans were relieved when their club got transfers underway before the window even opened, announcing the signing of Brenden Aaronson just four days after Leeds secured their third term in the top flight at Brentford on the final day of the 2021/2022 season.
The business continued apace, too – the club strengthened the youth ranks at Thorp Arch, brought in an experienced ‘keeper as all-important back-up to Illan Meslier, and in the blink of an eye, the central midfield went from a weakness to an area of considerable strength.
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Before you knew it, there were no less than eight new faces at Elland Road – but the question of whether United will capture a striker as back-up for Patrick Bamford, whose injury-riddled 2021/2022 season caused huge problems for the Whites, lingers troublingly.
The scintillating form of Rodrigo quieted concerns, but the Spaniard’s dislocated shoulder, suffered in a freak accident during the Whites’ 1-1 draw with Everton, has reignited calls for a forward – but the board will only move for the ‘right’ man, says CEO Angus Kinnear, not just a ‘warm body’.
Will United land the 'exceptional’ talent they crave? Stay tuned below to find out….
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Key Events
- Transfer window closes at 11pm on Thursday
- Leeds have brought in eight new players so far
- Cody Gakpo deal off
Dieng latest twist
Leeds United target Bamba Dieng has reportedly failed his medical at OGC Nice, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Fulham waiting on James
Fulham are waiting for the green light from Leeds to sign Dan James on loan. Medical done, as per ESPN reporter James Olley.
Radrizzani message
Andrea Radrizzani has reacted to Bamba Dieng’s decision to join OGC Nice instead on Twitter...
Piroe expected to stay at Swansea
As per a report by Wales Online, Leeds have made an ‘enquiry’ about Swansea City striker Joel Piroe but his side have ‘rebuffed’ that interest.
New name linked
Swansea City striker Joel Piroe is the latest name to be linked with Leeds, as per Rik Elfrink on Twitter. He scored 24 goals in all competitions last season.
Kent to emerge on radar?
As detailed in a report by the Daily Record, Rangers winger Ryan Kent is a player who ‘could be rapidly moving up’ the list of Leeds’ current transfer targets.
This is worth keeping an eye on over the next few hours.
No John Egan move
Leeds have apparently decided against a move for Sheffield United defender John Egan after being put off by his price tag, as reported by Charlie Parker-Turner.
Brereton-Diaz latest
Blackburn Rovers attacker Ben Brereton-Diaz, who has been linked with Leeds this summer, is a late target for Everton. The Toffees are in talks with the Championship side over a potential deal according to Sky Sports.
Reporter claims Dieng to Leeds deal is off
Reporter Fabrizio Romano has claimed that Leeds’ move for Marseille striker Bamba Dieng is off and that the player has chosen to join OGC Nice.
Dan James having medical at Fulham
Leeds winger Dan James is having a medical at Fulham ahead of a proposed loan switch to Craven Cottage, as per Sky Sports.