Julian Brandt to Leeds state of play - What we know, what is the hold up?
Julian Brandt remains linked with a move to Leeds United, though talks have dropped cold in the last week.
The German midfielder is now officially a free agent, following the expiration of his Borussia Dortmund contract.
Brandt leaves Die Schwarzgelben after seven years at the club, scoring 57 times and registering 70 assists.
At 30, his peak years may be behind him, but he remains one of the, if not the most talented German of his generation.
Leeds were quoted as interested last month, though there has been no new information since his departure.
Taking a look at the most recent information, MOT Leeds News considers what fans must know about a potential deal between the club and midfielder.
What is the latest information on Julian Brandt?
Back in June, Yorkshire Post reporter Graham Smyth confirmed that the Whites were "exploring a deal" to sign the attacking midfielder.
Champions League interest was also mentioned, with the 30-year-old playing just one senior season for a club outside of European competition, when Bayer Leverkusen failed to qualify ahead of the 2017-18 term.
Otherwise, he has been involved with a European level club since his professional debut in 2013-14, making it only natural that sides of this stature will be interested.
Real Betis are among these options as per the Yorkshire Post, with Brandt's father spotted at the side's training facility, however, they are said to have pulled the plug.
The last information regarding Leeds came on 2 July, when the Yorkshire Post reported that Brandt is weighing up his options, potentially exploring multiple avenues.
For now, Leeds may just have to wait, as frustrating as that is when there is such a talent on the line.
Is Brandt worth an all-out pursuit for Leeds?
At 30, his best years are of course, behind him.
But, Brandt would be a worthwhile signing any day of the week, for both his quality as a player and a person.
The simple fact of the latter is that you don't score 99 career goals and register 122 assists if you are not at a top class level yourself.
Ability wise, there are not many better than Brandt in Europe, never mind Germany, while his lack of physical attributes and more nonchalant approach have seen him never quite reach the top.
Despite this, he remains a strong character, and is always the first to criticise himself, or front up to the media in a rough period to defend his teammates.
This would see him loved at Elland Road immediately.
If Leeds' ambitions really are all there, they could absolutely be a possible destination for Brandt, who is potentially looking for a home to see out the final years of his career.