Leeds United are still on the hunt for midfield reinforcements as the summer transfer window draws to a close. They had been eyeing Dejan Ljubičić as a potential target, but recent reports from Germany suggest that the move is now off.
Ljubičić had emerged as a target earlier in the summer, with Leeds needing to bolster their midfield following Glen Kamara’s departure. Despite having a bid rejected by 1.FC Koln last month, Leeds remained interested but did not come back with an improved offer.
Speculation surrounding Ljubičić’s potential move to Leeds resurfaced this week, with reports suggesting that the player was keen on a transfer. However, it is now being reported that Leeds have decided against the financial risk of signing him. This has left Koln unhappy with the player’s agents, who they believe tried to force through a move.
Ljubičić, who is in the final year of his contract, looks set to stay at Koln for now. However, the German side may face the risk of losing him for a reduced fee in January or for free next summer if they do not extend his contract.
Leeds have just one week left to finalize any transfer deals and are still in pursuit of a central midfielder. They are also looking to bring in a second attacker and cover at full-back, following their recent signing of Largie Ramazani for £10m.
