Leeds United ready Terem Moffi transfer as striker wants out in January
Leeds United have identified Nice striker Terem Moffi as a target ahead of the winter transfer window.
The Ligue 1 outfit permanently signed the Nigeria international for around £19million and has reclaimed his place in the squad after a lengthy injury lay-off.
Daniel Farke is enjoying Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s scoring streak, with the 28-year-old scoring in five consecutive Premier League matches for the Whites.
49ers Enterprises aren’t expected to do much at Elland Road in January due to concerns about Profitability and Sustainability Rules, but they may be looking to capitalise on Moffi’s situation in France.
Leeds United target Terem Moffi attacked by Nice supporters
Moffi and Nice teammate Jeremie Boga were attacked by the club’s ultras after their 3-1 defeat to Lorient on 30 November.
Completesports, Nigeria’s number one sports website, reports on 23 December that the centre-forward is looking for a move away from the Allianz Riviera after the assault.
Media Foot have previously claimed that Wolves and Leeds have contacted the striker’s representatives, with the Premier League clubs hoping to take the opportunity to sign him.
Other clubs are expected to show interest in the Nigerian ace in the coming weeks, and his situation will surely be one to watch closely.
Lukas Nmecha’s fitness issues at Elland Road may be a reason why the West Yorkshire outfit could look to reinforce their attack in January.
49ers Enterprises may have perfect excuse to delay Elland Road transfer
Noah Okafor was influential against Crystal Palace, with the Switzerland international one of the unsung heroes on the pitch in the 4-1 win at home.
The former AC Milan star has started alongside Calvert-Lewin in a front two amid Nmecha’s absence, and it doesn’t look like the winger is uncomfortable playing in the position.
| Player | Matches played | Goals |
| Dominic Calvert-Lewin | 16 | 7 |
| Lukas Nmecha | 15 | 4 |
| Anton Stach | 16 | 3 |
| Joe Rodon | 17 | 2 |
| Noah Okafor | 15 | 2 |
| Ao Tanaka | 14 | 2 |
Despite not scoring or registering an assist at Elland Road, the 25-year-old was arguably one of the best players on the pitch for the West Yorkshire outfit as he gave Oliver Glasner’s team plenty to think about.
While fans might want to see reinforcements up front, Calvert-Lewin and Okafor’s form may give them an excuse to hold off on signing new attackers until next summer.
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