Leeds United are looking to make a very late signing on Deadline Day after allowing Diego Llorente to join Roma on loan.
According to Sky Sports journalist Tim Thornton, they are looking at potential defensive targets to replace the Spaniard.
“Diego Llorente, he is currently in Rome, he is undergoing a medical examination and completing a move there, which will be a loan move with a view to a permanent. It means #LUFC They are evaluating their core defensive options and looking at potential targets today.” Thornton said
Llorente’s loan to AS Roma has been officially announced by Leeds.
@SkySports_Tim:
“Diego Llorente, he is currently in Rome, he is undergoing a medical examination and completing a move there, which will be a loan move with a view to a permanent.
“It means that #LUFC is evaluating their central defensive options and they are looking at potential targets today.”
— Leeds All Over (@LeedsAllOver) January 31, 2023
It remains to be seen if Leeda can make a late deal to strengthen the defense. The January transfer window closes at 11:00 p.m. tonight.
