It appears that Mateo Joseph’s time at Leeds United may come to an end, with indications pointing towards a potential departure from the club. After a challenging season in the Championship under Daniel Farke, Joseph moved to Mallorca on loan in the summer due to limited playing time at Leeds.
While at Leeds, Joseph struggled for regular game time, with other forward options such as Joel Piroe thriving in his absence. The club further bolstered their attacking options by signing players like Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Lukas Nmecha, and Noah Okafor during the summer transfer window.
Despite Joseph’s positive loan spell at Mallorca in La Liga, where he has contributed to three goals in nine games, it seems unlikely that Leeds will recall him back to Elland Road in January. Reports suggest that Leeds have set their sights on Gonzalo Garcia from Real Madrid as a potential signing in the upcoming transfer window.
Leeds reportedly view Garcia as a valuable addition for the current season and the future, and they have been closely monitoring the 21-year-old as part of their transfer plans. This situation could spell bad news for Joseph, as the club’s interest in acquiring new talent may lead to his exit from the squad.
With Aston Villa reportedly interested in acquiring Garcia for £17.5 million, Leeds would need to make a competitive offer if they wish to secure his services. Joseph could potentially be used as part of a deal to bring in Garcia or as a potential makeweight in transfer negotiations with other clubs in Spain or elsewhere.
Ultimately, if Leeds could find a suitable destination for Joseph and secure a deal that benefits all parties involved, it could be seen as a smart move for the club in terms of future squad planning and potential acquisitions.
