There are 11 days left until the end of the transfer window. Leeds United are in the market for a handful of new signings, but are well aware that as time passes, it becomes more difficult to seal a deal.
The loss of Georginio Rutter contributed to a poor start to the new campaign, with just two points from a possible six in the first two games. However, it improved on Saturday away to West Brom.
After conceding six goals in his first two games – three against Portsmouth, three against Middlesbrough in the Carabao Cup – the clean sheet was welcome for Daniel Farke, Illan Meslier and the Leeds fans.
But without Rutter and Crysencio Summerville, there was a noticeable lack of creativity. This is something Leeds must replace in the next week and a half if Farke is to have any chance of Leeds being promoted.
Dallas believe Leeds are waiting for a crucial Premier League date
The Premier League kicks off this weekend and clubs will have to announce their 25-man squad. An update is allowed before mid-September, but it states who is in or out.
That means some players will learn whether or not they should be around this season. Dallas believe Leeds have been waiting for this moment before targeting players who are currently out of favour.
He told Sky Sports (17/8, 14:56): “In my opinion, the club will bring in players. I’m probably waiting for the Premier League clubs to announce the 25-man list before I see who hasn’t been selected yet, I don’t know.”
What Leeds need to buy in the next 11 days in the promotion race
Junior Firpo did well in the opening games, although better than some of his teammates. However, he is the only recognized left-back the club has, so competition or cover is needed.
The replacement for Glen Kamara is important, adding a player who can score from deep. More importantly, the two areas that require some work from Leeds will replace Rutter and Summerville next week.
Leeds have been linked with a number of them and the latest suggestion is an interesting one, with reports that Sunderland’s Jack Clarke could be set to return to Leeds – and he’s off to a blistering start in recent days.