There's not long to go until the transfer window shuts – and Leeds United could be busy
Daniel Farke.
Daniel Farke is still working hard in the transfer window(Image: Leonardo Fernandez/Getty Images)
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Leeds United have been busy in the summer transfer window – and more moves could be on the cards this week. Daniel Farke's side began the new Premier League campaign with a 1-0 win over Nottingham Forest on Saturday.
They'll face the same opponents again on Tuesday in the second round of the Carabao Cup. And while Farke concentrates on things on the pitch, there's sure to be plenty still going on off it as the close of the transfer window looms into view.
The Whites have made four first-team signings so far this summer. Harry Wilson joined for free from Fulham, Nico Elvedi linked up at Elland Road for an initial fee of £6.8million from Borussia Monchengladbach and Tarik Muharemovic arrived from Juventus for £34.1m.
They have been joined by James Trafford, whose move from Manchester City saw Leeds break their record transfer fee in a £40m deal. Trafford, Muharemovic and Wilson all started at the City Ground on Saturday, with Elvedi an unused substitute.
In terms of outgoings, Pascal Struijk and Joe Gelhardt both departed Elland Road for moves elsewhere in the Premier League. Struijk joined Brighton for a fee of around £20m, while Gelhardt returned to top-flight newcomers Hull City after spending last season on loan at the Tigers.
Elsewhere, Isaac Schmidt joined Young Boys, Jack Harrison has linked up with New England Revolution, Illan Meslier and Karl Darlow joined Arsenal and Manchester United on free transfers respectively, while Maximilian Wober signed for Schalke.
With just days to go until the window slams shut, Leeds Live has rounded up some of the possible incomings and outgoings over the next week.
Mykhailo Mudryk
Mykhailo Mudryk.
Leeds are still keen on Mykhailo Mudryk(Image: Yu Chun Christopher Wong/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images)
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Leeds are keen to sign MykhailoMudryk on loan for the season. Chelsea are willing to let the Ukrainian depart Stamford Bridge as he bids to get back up to speed after 20 months out of the game.
The Whites saw an initial approach for the 25-year-old rejected last week but talks are ongoing. There are a number of clubs said to be interested in Mudryk, although given the star's preference to remain in the Premier League, Leeds represent an ideal destination if a deal can be struck.
Lucas Perri
Lucas Perri.
Lucas Perri is attracting interest from Italy(Image: Kevin Hodgson/MI News/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
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As well as incomings, there could be outgoings over the course of the next few days. One of those could involve back-up stopper Lucas Perri.
The Brazilian has been linked with a move away from Elland Road, specifically to Serie A. According to Tuttomercato, he remains the main target for Torino, who are looking at an initial loan followed by an option to buy for £12million.
However, Torino are not the only side interested in Perri. The Turin club's fierce neighbours, Juventus, have also been linked with him.
Gazzetta claim the Old Lady have been exploring a move for the goalkeeper, who has played 20 times for Leeds in all competitions.
Michael Zetterer
Michael Zetterer.
Michael Zetterer is looked upon as a back-up option(Image: Raymond Smit/BSR Agency/Getty Images)
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One move that could be linked to another is that of Michael Zetterer. If Perri moves, that could make a deal for Zetterer even more likely.
It is understood that Leeds are confident they will sign Zetterer from Eintracht Frankfurt, despite one of his agent's refuting the claim that a deal is close. The Athletic reported that the club were set to agree a transfer with the intention of making him the second-choice behind Trafford.
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However, agent Nico Pellatz told German newspaper BILD that he was "very surprised" by the reports. He added: "These reports are simply untrue. Michael and his family are very happy in Frankfurt. A move is currently out of the question for him."
Despite this, sources reaffirmed to Leeds Live that the club are positive that they will sign Zetterer and that Pellatz's comments aren't indicative of their understanding of the situation.
Dario Osorio
Dario Osorio.
Dario Osorio has been linked to the Premier League(Image: Ahmad Mora/Getty Images)
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Leeds have joined Liverpool and Everton in monitoring Midtjylland winger Dario Osorio. The 22-year-old could be an exciting addition to Farke's squad as he seeks to boost his attack before the window closes.
TeamTalk reporters that the Whites are one of three Premier League sides interested in the Chile international.
Liam Delap
Liam Delap.
Liam Delap would be a record-breaking signing(Image: Joseph Dinesh Daniel/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images)
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Liam Delap appears certain to leave Chelsea one way or another this summer after falling out of favour at Stamford Bridge. The 23-year-old has struggled since his move to west London from Ipswich, where he caught the eye after scoring 12 goals in 40 matches.
Leeds have reportedly been told it would cost them £50million to sign Delap on a permanent basis. LeedsLive understands the club are keeping tabs on the situation but are not currently in a position to make that sort of move.
However, a loan could be possible, as could negotiating a reduction in the fee Chelsea are looking for. Farke could do with cover and competition for Dominic Calvert-Lewin, so even if it's not Delap, the striker department is definitely one to watch in the next week.