Summer signings Robin Koch and Diego Llorente have had their injury problems, while captain Liam Cooper has also missed six league games, which has often forced Luke Ayling into centre-back.
The absence of Kalvin Phillips has also required a switch around in midfield, leaving the Whites light in both those areas.
The return of Gaetano Berardi is a welcomed boost but reports in Italy suggest Leeds are looking to bolster the centre of their defence with the arrival of Torino’s Nicolas Nkoulou.
Tuttosport claim Bielsa wants the 30-year-old, who is out-of-contract this summer, “at all costs” after enjoying a strong relationship with the Cameroonian in their time at Marseille together.
Nkoulou recently spoke to Spanish outlet Marca and praised the 65-year-old head coach. "The season in Marseille, with Marcelo Bielsa, has also taught me a lot. I have to say it,” he said.
Leeds, apparently, stand in a good position to win his signature, however, the Italian publication says it “must not overlook the possibility” of Manchester United.
The former Monaco defender has made it known that he’d like to play Champions League football again, which is where the Whites’ rivals may have the upper hand.
While Bielsa is expected to extend his stay at Elland Road into a fourth consecutive season, Andrea Radrizzani stated last month he and Orta have analysed alternative options, in case the Argentine decides to leave.
Let’s be honest, it was only a matter of time before someone, somewhere, began speculating about potential successors.
Journalist Bruno Andrade has done just that, claiming Sporting Lisbon manager Ruben Amorim is being “closely followed” by Leeds and Leicester City.
It adds to the O Jogo report, which said two Premier League clubs were monitoring the 36-year-old.
Bielsa addressed his future swiftly after Radrizzani’s interview, revealing he was happy in Leeds as he feels “integrated with the city”.
Here are the latest transfer headlines from Leeds and their Premier League rivals:
1. Abraham wanted by Hammers
West Ham United hope to sign Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham this summer, while Arsenal's Eddie Nketiah and Brentford's Ivan Toney are also on their list of potential transfer targets. (Daily Star) Photo: Laurence Griffiths
2. West Ham consider Ramsdale bid
West Ham United could launch a summer move for goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale if Sheffield United are relegated from the Premier League. The 22-year-old is tipped to attract plenty of interest. (Claret and Hugh) Photo: Pool
3. Blades set sights on Sanderson
Sheffield United have set their sights on Wolves defender Dion Sanderson as he continues to impress during his loan spell at League One outfit Sunderland. Blades talent spotters watched Sanderson in action last month. (Football Insider) Photo: Pete Norton
4. Silva 'flattered' by Man Utd interest
Eintracht Frankfurt striker Andre Silva says he is flattered to be linked with a move to Manchester United and jokingly valued himself at £91million. (Goal via Daily Mirror) Photo: Stuart Franklin
5. Promising Almiron update
Newcastle United could be set for an injury boost as “word over the weekend on Miguel Almiron was that it's not as bad as some perhaps feared." The Paraguayan was withdrawn at half-time during the 1-1 draw with Wolves. (Daily Mail - Craig Hope) Photo: OWEN HUMPHREYS
6. Spurs join Vazquez race
Tottenham Hotspur are keen on Real Madrid winger Lucas Vazquez but could face competition from Leeds United and Everton as the 29-year-old’s contract ticks into its final months. (Daily Star via TBR) Photo: Emilio Andreoli