As they look to move forward in the title race and seal championship Promotion in the second half of the season, Leeds United They have reportedly set their sights on one of the best young talents in the Premier League.
Leeds transfer news
As things stand, the Whites are on track to return to the Premier League for a second time Daniel Wake But, perhaps more than anyone else, they know how quickly things can change in a tournament.
Sunday's encounter with Sheffield Wednesday will again be a test of their nerves in their first league game since an error by Eliane Meslier gifted Hull City a point in a 3-3 thriller at the start of the month.
The January transfer window could quickly put an end to any tension surrounding potential failure to gain promotion and propel the Whites to the top of the league with names such as Kelechi Iheanacho Previously mentioned.
Those at Elland Road have reportedly registered their interest in signing the former Premier League striker who struggled at Sevilla. However, they are not only looking at experienced options this month.
According to Pete O'Rourke of Football Insider, Leeds are now in the race to sign Tyler Goodram From Oxford United ahead of Sunderland, Coventry City and Swansea City this month.
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The 21-year-old winger is widely regarded as one of the best young talents the Premier League has to offer and he can now see that thanks to a mid-season switch to Leeds.
As Oxford continue their battle for survival in their first time of asking since promotion to the Championship, they could lose a key man and one of their few bright sparks to potentially seal their fate. Meanwhile, Leeds could welcome a boost.
“The Magnificent” Goodram is worth a watch
With over 100 appearances to his name already and aged just 21, Goodram has undoubtedly become crucial at Oxford, but that may not stand in the way of Leeds' pursuit. Farke and many other Championship managers must watch intently as the young winger continues to impress amid the relegation scrap – He scored four goals and made three more In all competitions.
Goodrum has often found himself at the center of positive headlines as a result of his rapid rise and receiving well-deserved praise from his former manager. Des BuckinghamWho told reporters, as reported by beIN Sports last season: “Tyler Goodrum is a fantastic young man who has grown tremendously. It's a pleasure to watch him and to have a player here who is so smart and so mature for his age.”
Of course, Leeds know all about losing young players to those better off after Archie Gray moved from Yorkshire to Tottenham Hotspur last summer. Now they have the opportunity to flip that narrative and land a young talent of their own. As the January transfer window rolls around, their interest makes Goodrum a player to watch.
