During the January transfer window, Leeds United has the chance to make new acquisitions and see some players leave the squad. With the club’s recent relegation from the Premier League, many players activated loan clauses for the current Championship season, impacting the team dynamics.
News from Germany’s BILD suggests that Robin Koch is catching the attention of Frankfurt, with the Bundesliga club aiming to secure the Leeds defender on a free transfer next summer. Talks are scheduled to take place soon, with Frankfurt potentially offering a three-year deal to entice him away from Elland Road without a transfer fee.
Koch, who earns £40,000-a-week, was likely to leave at the end of the season given his contract situation. Frankfurt is showing strong interest in making him a permanent addition to their team.
With 23 appearances for Leeds, including several as captain, Koch’s potential permanent departure could be the start of several loan players making moves away from the club. Leeds United also has to make decisions on players still under contract, including Liam Cooper, Luke Ayling, Sam Byram, Stuart Dallas, Lewis Bate, Jamie Shackleton, and Ian Poveda, whose contracts expire in July. The upcoming years will likely bring significant changes to Leeds United’s roster.
