Here are your latest Leeds United transfer rumours for Friday, December 2.
Whites planning move for World Cup star
Italian outlet CMW claim that Serbian midfielder Sasa Lukic could leave Serie A outfit Torino when the January transfer window opens, with Leeds United considered to be keen on a potential deal.
Whilst a formal offer is yet to be made by the Whites, it appears Leeds could make their move for Lukic once his nation's World Cup campaign comes to an end. The 26-year-old is currently looking to help Serbia earn qualification from Group G ahead of Switzerland and Cameroon in Qatar.
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Time may be of the essence to Jesse Marsch's side, however, as the article states that Jose Mourinho and Roma also hold an interest in Lukic. He is likely to depart il Toro in the summer if a January transfer cannot be agreed struck.
Leeds complete 'due diligence' on Brazilian attacker
Leeds United have completed "due diligence" on Brazilian attacker Pedro ahead of the January transfer window, according to CBS Sports reporter Ben Jacobs.
Reports had recently emerged stating that Leeds could reignite their interest in Pedro after failing to agree a summer move. The 25-year-old has scored 61 goals in 149 appearances for Flamengo, recently winning a spot in Brazil's squad for the ongoing FIFA World Cup.
Such claims have now been strengthened following Jacobs' revelation, though any deal may prove expensive with Pedro's contract containing an £86 million release clause. Nevertheless, it is said that preparation is well underway.
“Leeds have done a fair amount of due diligence and scouting on the player, even predating Jesse Marsch, so he’s one to watch as far as Leeds and the World Cup are concerned,” Jacobs told Give Me Sport.
Gelhardt linked with Elland Road departure
Leeds United forward Joe Gelhardt could make a temporary move away from Elland Road during the January transfer window.
Despite signing a long-term contract extension in the summer, Gelhardt has started just one Premier League fixture this season and does not appear to feature in the immediate plans of boss Jesse Marsch.
Whilst the former Wigan Athletic youngster possesses undoubted talent, a potential loan switch and consistent exposure to senior football could benefit all parties involved in a potential deal.
And according to Leeds All Over, significant interest is emerging from Championship sides, though the identity of interested clubs has not yet been revealed. It is reported, however, that one team in the bottom third of the division is keen to take the 20-year-old on loan.
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