Leeds United set priorities as striker, left-back and goalkeeper targeted | OneFootball

Leeds United enter the final month of the window with three priority positions set. Movement is expected to pick up after James Trafford’s arrival, and tighter Squad Cost Rules may require sales.

According to Leeds Live, Daniel Farke anticipated late business after the World Cup slowed the market. Trafford is on a mandated break until Saturday, so cannot play, and is expected to become the third signing as Leeds push for a fourth.

A striker tops the list after pre-season. Lukas Nmecha and Joel Piroe both scored in the USA yet did not provide the outlet required, while Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s brace against Liverpool followed a slight setback and depth remains a concern.

Left-back cover is needed after Gabriel Gudmundsson’s recent injuries. James Justin has filled in well but is right footed, and handing 18-year-old Jayden Lienou the back-up role now appears premature.

In goal, Trafford’s arrival is expected to trigger Lucas Perri’s loan to Torino with an option to buy, but only once a replacement is secured. Leeds would then add a new number two, with Alex Cairns set as third choice.

Elsewhere, a number 10 may be preferred but is not essential and could lessen the need for a left winger amid links to Igor Paixao. Leeds have tabled a final offer for Shea Charles and will not go higher, with any alternative dependent on strategy.

Source: Leeds Live

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