Leeds United are looking to bolster their attacking options with a new striker before the transfer window closes.
Reports suggest that the Whites are close to completing a deal for Kelechi Iheanacho, who currently plays for Sevilla in La Liga.
Leeds United Need a Striker
At the start of the transfer window, Leeds United manager Daniel Farke stated that he expected a quiet January.
However, after confirming the loan departures of Joe Gelhardt to Hull City and Charlie Crew to Doncaster, things are beginning to heat up.
With just a week left in the transfer window, Leeds are now working hard to sign a new striker.
Farke has made it clear that he wants to improve three positions in his squad, and the striker role is one of the main areas of focus.
With Patrick Bamford suffering another injury setback, Leeds are left with just Joel Piroe and Mateo Joseph as their main attacking options.
Kelechi Iheanacho’s Struggles in Spain
Kelechi Iheanacho, who left Leicester City to join Sevilla in the summer, has not had the desired impact in Spain.
The 28-year-old striker has made only 11 appearances and scored 3 goals.
He has largely been used as a backup player at Sevilla and has not been able to cement a regular starting spot.
Former footballer George Finidi has urged Iheanacho to return to England, suggesting that a move back would be a great option for the Nigerian international.
Finidi believes that Iheanacho, who still has a lot to offer at 28, needs to find a club where he will be truly appreciated.
Iheanacho Offers the Pace Leeds Need
Leeds United’s current attacking options have been described as too similar.
While Piroe, Joseph, Bamford, and Gelhardt are all capable strikers, none of them possess the pace that could add a new dimension to the team’s attack.
Leeds have struggled to find a striker with the necessary speed to break through defences.
Iheanacho, with his pace and ability to stretch defences, would bring something different to the team.
His arrival could provide Leeds with the dynamic forward they need to complement the likes of Piroe and Joseph, who are more known for their work rate and positioning.
Leeds United are clearly on the lookout for a new striker, and Kelechi Iheanacho could be the answer to their problems.
With just a week left in the transfer window, it remains to be seen whether a deal can be completed, but Leeds will be hoping that the Nigerian striker can bring the pace and firepower they need to boost their attack for the rest of the season.
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