Ben Chilwell transfer reality shared after surprise new Leeds United links
Leeds United’s transfer link to Ben Chilwell may have caught many by surprise.
Daniel Farke has multiple defensive targets that he could bring to LS11 this month, with Facundo Buonanotte still his only new senior arrival.
West Ham’s 3-1 win over Sunderland on Saturday has heaped more importance on Leeds’ clash against Everton on Monday, with points a must.
Farke will need more help in the market to be in with a chance of keeping the Whites up, and there have been suggestions that Leeds have inquired over a deal for Strasbourg’s Chilwell.
Gabriel Gudmundsson’s recent knock has been concerning, which comes at an interesting time considering the Chilwell chatter.
Leeds happy with Gabriel Gudmundsson amid Ben Chilwell links
As highlighted by Sofascore, Chilwell hasn’t been at his best this season with Strasbourg in Ligue 1, having made the move from Chelsea in the summer.
The left-back has struggled for fitness over the past couple of seasons, but the Englishman will be hoping to regain form soon, wherever that may be.
| Games | Goals | Assists |
| 21 | 1 | 4 |
Chilwell has played 21 times for England, but decided to leave his homeland a few months ago in search of a new challenge.
According to the Yorkshire Evening Post on Sunday, the chances of Leeds signing Chilwell this window are unlikely, with Gudmundsson “firmly” in Farke’s starting line-ups for the foreseeable future.
This comes after the Swede’s impressive performances this season, but the Whites may still be on the lookout to provide Gudmundsson with competition.
Leeds still need left-wing back cover
Gudmundsson’s knock is a reality check of how light Leeds are in the left-wing back spot.
Yes, the 26-year-old has been a standout performer for Farke in recent matches, but what happens if he gets a long-term injury?
- Gudmundsson has what’s believed to be a minor muscle injury
- He could miss the match against Everton
Chilwell may be more of an expensive option due to his reputation demanding high wages, so it’s easy to see why the Whites would avoid signing the Englishman this month.
However, that does not mean that the 49ers should neglect the left-wing back area, as Leeds could truly suffer if no backup to Gudmundsson is signed this month.
The Whites are still facing financial constraints, but even a loan move for a young left-back from a top-six side wouldn’t harm anyone. It would ease the crucial pressure off Gudmundsson’s shoulders.
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