Leeds United remain active in the transfer market following their victory in the first match of the top-flight campaign against Nottingham Forest. Anton Stach’s stoppage-time free-kick secured all three points, with recent acquisitions Harry Wilson, James Trafford and Tarik Muharemovic all named in the starting lineup.
Nico Elvedi took a place among the substitutes shortly after his transfer was completed, leaving the club’s hierarchy to concentrate on bolstering other areas of the squad. Mykhailo Mudryk has long been on Leeds’ wishlist ever since it emerged the Ukrainian was free to resume his career following a suspension for a doping offence.
Chelsea have already rejected an initial approach from Elland Road and have now made their stance clear regarding any additional proposals. Manager Daniel Farke is also exploring options in central midfield, with 18-year-old Matias Orozco from Colombian side Deportivo Cali under consideration, though Merseyside rivals Liverpool are monitoring the youngster as well.
Leeds Live has gathered the latest information on both potential targets ahead of deadline day.
Developments in Mudryk pursuit
Chelsea have abandoned the idea of sending Mudryk to Leeds on loan, according to football.london.
Several clubs across Europe and England’s top tier are monitoring the situation, with Strasbourg remaining a possible destination, while Mudryk is understood to favour staying in the Premier League above all else.
It appears increasingly unlikely he will be pulling on Leeds colours this term.
When questioned about Mudryk’s prospects recently, Xabi Alonso suggested a departure would not be approved until the closing stages of the summer transfer period.
The German coach stated decisions would not be rushed and would be made at the appropriate moment, though nothing had been concluded as yet.
Leeds Live analysis: Mudryk features among the club’s transfer targets but represents just one of several players under consideration. The preferred option appears to be a temporary arrangement rather than a permanent deal. Farke is hunting for a left-sided attacking option before the window shuts, and the Ukrainian fits that profile, though alternatives may now need to be explored.
Orozco race takes new turn
Either Leeds or Liverpool appear poised to land Orozco very shortly, according to journalist Mariano Olsen via Sport Witness.
Brentford had appeared well-placed to secure the teenager’s signature after submitting a formal bid.
However, Olsen reports the Bees are not the English club destined to complete the signing in the coming hours, with Leeds or the Anfield outfit now the frontrunners.
Leeds Live analysis: Given Leeds possess one of the oldest average squad ages in the Premier League, adding youthful players makes logical sense. Nevertheless, should Orozco arrive, he would probably not feature heavily or remain long-term given the attacking options already at Farke’s disposal.
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