Good Morning. It's Tuesday 7th January, and here are the latest headlines from Elland Road Leeds have upper hand in Omobamidele deal Leeds have opened talks with Nottingham Forest regarding the signing of Republic of Ireland centre-back Andrew Omobamidele. He worked under Daniel Farke at Norwich, and despite being 5th choice at the City ground is held in high regard by the Leeds Manager. The Whites face competition from promotion hopefuls Sheffield Utd, who see Omobamidele as a replacement for Harry Souttar, whose loan spell at Bramall Lane came to a premature end on Boxing Day when the 6'7 centre-back sustained a season ending Achilles injury Last Summer, both clubs fought over the signatures of Callum O'Hare, Jesurun Rak-Sakyi, Alfie Gilchrist and Harrison Burrows. This time at-least, Leeds could have the upper hand. They are prepared to make the initial loan move for Omobamidele permanent in the Summer, and are believed to have offered £10m, whilst the Blades are only interested in a temporary deal. Switzerland star Nico Elvedi is thought to be Daniel Farke's first choice. He too worked under the big German (during his brief spell with Gladbach), but whilst in the Championship, Leeds have little hope of signing him! The Blades have already signed Southampton playmaker Ben Brereton Diaz, and are close to the signature of Leicester City midfielder Hamza Choudhury. For a club with no money, they have certainly bought in a wealth of talent! please log in to view this image One goal wonder on Leeds shopping list Leeds are reportedly considering a loan move for Hoffenheim striker Mergim Berisha as the January transfer window progresses. The German forward, 26, has faced a difficult period since recovering from a serious knee injury, struggling to regain his form and subsequently seeing limited game time at Hoffenheim. He has scored just once since joining the Bundesliga outfit 18 months ago in a €14m deal. Berisha is thought to be open to the move and would reunite him with some familiar faces, having previously played alongside Brenden Aaronson and Max Wober during their time together at Salzburg. please log in to view this image Highly rated keeper signs from Perth Leeds have beaten a host of top clubs (and Manchester Utd) to the signature of highly rated youngster Robbie Cook from from Australian A-League side Perth Glory. The 17yo was put through his paces during a short trial at Thorp Arch just before Christmas. A compensation package with the A-League outfit has been agreed, and a three year deal has been signed. Whilst he is not expected to break into the first team anytime soon, his arrival is a clear indication of Leeds' long-term planning and their belief in his potential. Cook will initially join Rob Etherington’s Under-18 squad, who currently find themselves at the foot of the Premier League Northern Division table, highlighting the developmental journey ahead for the talented Aussie prospect. please log in to view this image
Can you change your description Matt to something more accurate like he’s realistically never expected to play for first team and that it was the clubs pr department claiming there were top clubs interested. I notice we’ve stopped shopping in Spain for their top stars after the capture of Kiko and Firpo. Sadly lads my dad passed away peacefully on Sunday so at peace now so forgive me if my posts are a little glum in coming days
Sorry to hear that Eire. I know from what you've written previously that he hadn't been well for a while, but speaking from experience it's still a shock when it happens, so you have my deepest sympathy and condolences.
Sending condolences @Eireleeds1 I lost it Dad about 4 years ago although it still feels like yesterday.
My Dad passed on the 2nd January. 11pm. It wasn't great at the end but thankfully the nurses gave him something to make him sleep through his last few hours. The worst afternoon of my life. Thankfully he hung on long enough to make it up to mine on Christmas day for some lunch and to play a board game with my son. It took a hell of a lot out of him to be here that day but my Mum said that he was insistent he had to get here. Thoughts are with you bud for your loss.
I lost my dad in September, it was for the best in the end but I know telling yourself that doesn't make it any easier. Condolences Eire and Emu, thoughts with you both and your familes.
