Leeds race to sign Bilal El Khannouss concludes with medical booked
Leeds United want to sign a new playmaker before the transfer window closes on 1 September.
It was thought that Leeds might sign Facundo Buonanotte, but he has opted join Chelsea.
That leaves Leeds desperately seeking alternatives to Buonanotte with two days remaining of the transfer window.
Bilal El Khannouss was an option for Leeds from Leicester City, but it’s looking unlikely that he’ll be signing for the Whites now.
Leeds target Bilal El Khannouss is set to sign for VfB Stuttgart
El Khannouss was one of the standout players for Leicester City last year.
The 21-year-old signed for the Foxes from Belgian side Genk last summer, having never played in England before, but he immediately looked at home in the Premier League.
It was thought that he wanted to remain in England’s top flight, although it’s now emerging that he’s flying to Germany for a medical with Bundesliga side VfB Stuttgart.
Belgian journalist Sacha Tavolieri reports that Leicester and Stuttgart are negotiating the final details of a transfer.
That means Leeds will have to look elsewhere for a new star to play in the number 10 role.
Leeds have enjoyed a productive transfer window but playmaker could be the icing on the cake
Leeds fans can be proud of their team’s performances in their first three Premier League games.
The Elland Road recruitment staff has worked hard to build a team capable of competing in the top division, and the early signs suggest they’ll be able to do that.
- Leeds pummelled Everton and took a hard-fought win
- They were outclassed by Arsenal
- But they took a well-deserved point after a goalless draw against Newcastle.
If there’s one worry, it’s that Leeds haven’t yet scored from open play in the league. Their only goal came from the penalty spot after a controversial handball against Everton.
That’s why Farke and his staff will be working night and day to try and recruit the right playmaker. This could be the difference between Leeds surviving and thriving in the top flight this season.
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