Leeds United transfer state of play: Darlow talks, Brandt interest, Gnonto enquiry | OneFootball

Leeds United have begun to shape their summer business, with contract talks, expected sales and interest in targets emerging during the opening week of the window.

Willy Gnonto has drawn a transfer enquiry from Freiburg, according to The Athletic in May, with a decision still to be made on the winger's future. He has not played as much as he would like.

Karl Darlow is out of contract and could leave as a free agent, although Leeds remain in discussions over fresh terms. Manchester United are among the clubs showing interest.

Illan Meslier departed earlier this month after his deal expired, bringing an end to seven years in West Yorkshire.

Reports in Germany have linked Sebastiaan Bornauw with FC Koln as they look for defensive experience. It is unclear whether the Belgian wants to move or if Leeds would sanction a sale.

Pascal Struijk is entering the final year of his contract, leaving Leeds to either extend or consider a sale. Daniel Farke would prefer to keep the Dutch defender, though interest is likely regardless.

Largie Ramazani impressed in spells on loan at Valencia, but his next step remains uncertain amid conflicting reports. There is no concrete development at present.

Leeds expect much of their business to happen after the World Cup, and chairman Paraag Marathe has indicated there will be departures, though names are yet to be decided. Interest has also surfaced in potential targets, including free agent Julian Brandt.

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk