Though it seems like the summer transfer window was just ending, the frantic January transfer window is quickly drawing to a close.
The summer transfer window was difficult for Leeds United to navigate. The situation looked more than a little dire at times, but the Whites ended up in a far better position than many had anticipated thanks to some last-minute deals and some excellent work by Daniel Farke.
They had a stuttering start to their Championship campaign, but they have now adapted to their new environment and are firmly in the running for promotion.
Football FanCast has compiled the most recent transfer rumors regarding all potential arrivals and departures that Elland Road may see this month, as the winter window has officially opened.
Daiki Hashioka – Sint-Truiden: Fabrizio Romano claims that Leeds have now lost out on the Japanese right-back, who is currently traveling to London in order to finalize a transfer with Luton Town.
The 24-year-old plays football for Sint-Truiden in the top division in Belgium. He now appears, though, to be joining the Premier League team.
The defender was strongly linked to Leeds, but he is set to sign a contract worth approximately £1.7 million at Kenilworth Road.
Ben Godfrey – Everton: The Sun (via YEP) reports that Leeds has taken the initiative to sign the Englishman this month, as Daniel Farke looks to bolster his defense.
The center back would come to Yorkshire on loan until the end of the season if he were to move from Merseyside.
Due to a severe lack of playing time under Sean Dyche, there have been numerous references to Godfrey’s possible departure from this month.
Leo Hjelde: Reliable journalist Mike McGrath reports that the Whites and Sunderland, another Championship team, have agreed on a price for the young defender.
Having played in just 45 minutes of Championship action so far this season, it is clear that the 20-year-old needs more consistent playing time.
Hjelde has spent most of his playing time with the U21 team, but a transfer to Wearside might provide him a new beginning at a team that is also in the running for promotion.
