A look at the latest Leeds United headlines on Saturday, July 8.
Leeds United have already been told what 'terrific' Karl Darlow would bring if transfer is sealed
Leeds United are still searching for a new goalkeeper this summer, with Illan Meslier expected to move on.
One player that has been linked with a move to Elland Road is Newcastle United goalkeeper Karl Darlow who is understood to be keen to leave the Magpies this summer in search of first-team football. The 32-year-old had plenty of interest in his services this summer, though both Hull City and Middlesbrough moved on to alternative targets.
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Bournemouth and Blackburn have also been credited with interest in Darlow, though Leeds could be well-positioned to land the goalkeeper should they firm their interest up, with the move to Leeds meaning he wouldn't have to uproot his family too far from Tyneside.
And in terms of what Leeds would get if they did make the move for the former England under-21s shot-stopper, they only need look at the glowing references of his former managers. Steve Bruce was certainly a fan from the pair working together at Newcastle.
Nacer Chadli hailed ‘complete’ Han-Noah Massengo at Monaco amid Leeds United link
Former Bristol City talent Han-Noah Massengo has already impressed the likes of Thierry Henry and former Tottenham Hotspur winger Nacer Chadli, amid links to Leeds United. It was the former Arsenal striker who handed the Monaco academy graduate his Champions League debut during his time at the Ligue 1 club.
The then 17-year-old made his competitive bow against Atletico Madrid alongside some of Europe's most aspiring talents. Kephren Thuram who is reportedly a target for Bayern Munich, Liverpool and Newcastle United and Chelsea defender Benoît Badiashile also featured in that game and have gone on to big things.
"There was a good second period from Massengo who was shy at the start ,” Henry said at his post-match press conference. However, Belgian winger Chadli shed more light on Massengo's rise to the first-team.
"He's been training with us for a few weeks," he told footmercato. "He is a young player who has a lot of intensity in his game. I think he is complete, both with and without the ball."
Mark Robins has outlined Gus Hamer qualities he'd bring to Leeds United amid ‘next step’ challenge
Coventry City boss Mark Robins believes Sky Blues playmaker Gustavo Hamer was among the best players in the Championship last season. It should come as no surprise to see the Brazilian linked with a move to Elland Road this summer given Robin's comments.
Leeds United are in need of a number of additions in the heart of midfield as Daniel Farke looks to guide his new side back to the top flight. Leeds are among the early favourites for promotion to the Premier League, but are someway behind their rivals in terms of transfer business given the wait for the 49ers takeover to be approved.
Hamer is said to be one of a number of midfield options for Leeds this summer, while Coventry are hoping to offer him fresh terms and tie him down to a new deal. A new contract wouldn't guarantee he stays the Sky Blues, but would give them a bit more security given Hamer's contract expires at the end of 2024.
Robins felt Hamer had taken his game to a whole new level last season - epitomised in a 4-1 win at Blackpool where he had a hand in all four goals.
Vincent Kompany highlights new found quality Charlie Taylor would bring in Leeds United return
Burnley boss Vincent Kompany has already told Leeds United and Daniel Farke exactly what Charlie Taylor would bring to the club if he were to return this summer. The left-back, who cam through the academy set-up at Elland Road, made over 100 appearances for his boyhood club before joining the Clarets in the summer of 2017.
Taylor was a mainstay for Sean Dyche during his time at Turf Moor, making the left-back slot his own. The 29-year-old is approaching 200 appearances for Burnley, but has been linked with a return to Leeds this summer as they look to replace Junior Firpo who is set for a departure.
However, Taylor had been converted to a centre-back role under Belgian boss Kompany, with his versatility praised by his head coach. Burnley would romp to the Championship title with the former Whites defender making 41 appearances in all competitions.
Taylor would start just a handful of those games in his natural position at left-back, which could bring Leeds some much needed tactical nous if they do pursue a move for him this summer.
