Leeds United’s reported transfer target Ben Godfrey is on the verge of completing a move to Ipswich Town this month, finalizing a six-month loan switch. The defender, who has been linked with Leeds for a while, has not seen much playing time since his move to Atalanta, prompting his move to Ipswich.
Despite previous reports suggesting a potential move to Leeds in the summer only if they are promoted to the Premier League, it seems Godfrey has sealed his mid-season move with a loan deal. Medical tests are currently underway, and final agreements are being made, with confirmation expected soon. Despite this move, speculation of a future move to Leeds continues.
Leeds, on the other hand, are reportedly looking to strengthen their defense, particularly on the right side, where they lack depth. With rumors of interest in other defenders emerging, it is clear that Leeds will prioritize this position in the upcoming transfer window, regardless of their league status. The club is actively looking for a right-sided centre-back to provide cover and competition for Joe Rodon, who has been a standout performer this season.
In addition to the potential arrival of a new defender, Leeds have been linked with out-of-favor Nottingham Forest defender Andrew Omobamidele and Borussia Monchengladbach’s Nico Elvedi. While the links with Elvedi have been dismissed by the club, the interest in Omobamidele suggests that Leeds are indeed looking to bolster their defensive options.
With the absence of Charlie Cresswell, who joined Toulouse in the summer, and the lack of experienced right-sided centre-backs in the squad, Leeds are keen to address this area of concern. The club is focused on strengthening the defense to maintain stability at the back and potentially push for promotion to the Premier League. As transfer talks progress, Leeds fans eagerly anticipate further developments in the squad ahead of the upcoming transfer window.
