BEST JANUARY EVER for Leeds? Leeds Target EPL Player with a Nigerian Root and Has Played Under Farke at Norwich; Earning Massive ACCOLADES from Farke

Leeds United Targets Andrew Omobamidele in January

Leeds United made an attempt to sign Andrew Omobamidele from Nottingham Forest in August, but the deal fell through. However, the 22-year-old Republic of Ireland international is now set to be available for loan in January, sparking interest from multiple clubs, including Leeds.

Omobamidele’s Background

Omobamidele has found playing time at Forest challenging, with Nuno Espirito Santo’s first-choice pairing of Murillo and Nikola Milenković dominating the lineup. Despite this, Omobamidele’s impressive displays at Norwich City, where he made his Premier League debut at 19, have caught the attention of Leeds manager Daniel Farke.

Farke’s Endorsement

Farke, who handed Omobamidele his senior debut at Norwich, spoke highly of the young center-back in 2021: “First of all, many compliments to Andrew and also to Christos [Tsolis] for their debut. I think they were – for such a young age, and then to be there with their debut – outstanding.”

Omobamidele’s Tribute to Farke

When Farke was sacked from Norwich, Omobamidele paid tribute to the German manager, saying: “What he has done for the club is just amazing for the last four and a half years. Personally, he has been great, he gave me my debut and put me in the window to be here for internationals. He put his trust in me to play games at the crunch time of last season in the Championship and he’s trusted me to give me a couple of appearances this season and I will be forever grateful for that.”

Leeds’ Interest

Leeds’ interest in Omobamidele could be a shrewd move, given his relationship with Farke and his potential to slot seamlessly into the team. Convincing him to join as backup to Joe Rodon or Pascal Struijk may be a challenge, but what a signing that would be.

Key Statistics

1. Transfer interest: Leeds United (August) and multiple clubs (January)
2. Playing time at Forest: Limited
3. Relationship with Farke: Positive

Transfer Window Expectations

1. Incomings: 1-2 key signings, focusing on center-back depth
2. Outgoings: Potential departures, depending on January negotiations