Sources have told Leeds United News how the club feels about a potential move for Brazilian forward Jhon Jhon ahead of the January transfer window.
Leeds manager Daniel Farke is under increasing pressure at the club, having overseen a disappointing run of results in the Premier League.
Farke has a significant problem in his squad, after Leeds missed out on a late move for Harry Wilson in the transfer window, leaving him short of attacking options.
The damaging defeat against Nottingham Forest has sharpened the focus on the attacking problems at Elland Road once again, as Leeds United News confirmed that the club have scouted Franculino of FC Midtjylland as one potential option to bolster their attack.
Now, Leeds United News transfer expert Graeme Bailey has provided an update on the Whites’ interest in exciting forward Jhon Jhon, as the club considers their options to strengthen in attack.
Jhon Jhon in action during Bragantino v Flamengo - Brasileirao 2025
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Jhon Jhon is on Leeds United’s transfer radar
Speaking exclusively to Leeds United News, Bailey confirmed that Jhon Jhon’s name has been mentioned as a potential option for the Whites in attack.
The versatile forward currently plays for Red Bull Bragantino in the Brazilian Serie A, which could help facilitate a future deal given their existing investment at Elland Road.
Bailey said: “He’s a fascinating player. Very interesting. A bit of an attacking midfielder, can play as a forward.
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“His name has come up in conversations with Red Bull, and he’s within the Red Bull name. He’s a good age, good player. Ticks a lot of boxes.
“Leeds aren’t the only ones looking. He’s come up in conversations, and one I’d not heard before until recently.”
Jhon Jhon looks on during Bragantino v Flamengo - Brasileirao 2025
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Stats show Jhon Jhon is an exciting talent amid Premier League interest
It is quite rare for an unknown quantity to emerge in modern football. However, Jhon Jhon was not widely known in Europe before he burst onto the scene with Red Bull Bragantino this season.
The stats from the Brazilian Serie A season to date show that he is an exciting attacking talent as Leeds consider whether to bring him to the Premier League.
According to FBRef, Jhon Jhon has made 29 appearances to date for Bragantino, scoring eight goals and registering five assists in the process.
He has also registered 145 shot-creating actions and 12 goal-creating actions in that time. Although the step up to the Premier League would be a big jump, it is easy to see why there is interest in the 23-year-old forward.