Leeds United have already tried to sign a Chelsea player this summer in the form of Alfie Gilchrist but missed out to Sheffield United, but it is now claimed The Whites are back for another Blues talent.
Leeds are expected to get busy in the next few weeks as The Whites look to bolster their squad ahead of a second promotion push. The opening day saw Leeds only secure a point at home against Portsmouth.
So far, Joe Rodon, Joe Rothwell, Alex Cairns and Jayden Bogle have been added. Gilchrist joined Sheffield United on loan for the campaign and can play either on the right or in the middle of the defence.
Leeds look well-stocked in defence largely thanks to the additions of Bogle and Rodon, as well as James Debayo being promoted to the senior side after a strong pre-season in which he played in all four games.
Leeds table bid to sign Chelsea defender after Blades ace Gilchrist
Fabrizio Romano reported on Saturday evening that Leeds and Burnley were keen on signing Chelsea’s 21-year-old centre-back Bashir Humphreys. The England U21 man spent last season on loan at Swansea.
The defender was described as “outstanding” by Swansea boss Michael Duff, playing the majority of his 27 appearances during the first half of the season before an injury saw him lose his place in the side.
The Mail now claim (11/08, p86) that both Leeds and Burnley have tabled offers to sign Humphreys. It is expected that the bids in question will be loan offers, with three years left on his Stamford Bridge deal.
Leeds deal is harsh on James Debayo, Max Wober hint?
While Leeds do need another full-back given there are only three options covering two positions, the need for a central defender is small. Debayo has proven his worth as a replacement for Charlie Cresswell.
Austria international Wober is back at the club. But a move to sign Humphreys would not only be harsh on Debayo given it would see him drop down the pecking order – but may hint at a Wober departure.
Gladbach’s sporting director Roland Virkus says his side could make a late move for Wober this window. Whether or not Leeds do end up making a move for Humphreys remains to be seen this month.
