Leeds United are reportedly 0close to agreeing a loan deal for Hoffenheim striker Mergim Berisha. According to Sky Sports journalist Ben Heckner, the deal would be for 1.5 years with an option to buy the former German international.
Berisha, 24, has been struggling for game time at Hoffenheim, and a move to Leeds could provide him with the opportunity to play regular first-team football. Leeds are currently top of the Championship table, but are facing stiff competition from other teams, including Middlesbrough, who are also interested in signing Berisha.
Leeds manager Daniel Farke has been looking to strengthen his squad in the January transfer window, and the signing of Berisha could be a significant boost to their promotion hopes. The club have already submitted a bid for Middlesbrough striker Emmanuel Latte Lath, and are also reportedly interested in signing a new goalkeeper, center-back, and attacking midfielder.
The potential signing of Berisha has received a mixed reaction from Leeds fans, with some expressing concerns about his goal-scoring record and others believing that he could be a valuable addition to the squad.
Key points:
- Leeds United are close to agreeing a loan deal for Hoffenheim striker Mergim Berisha.
- The deal would be for 1.5 years with an option to buy the former German international.
- Berisha has been struggling for game time at Hoffenheim and is looking for a new challenge.
- Leeds are currently top of the Championship table, but are facing stiff competition from other teams.
- The signing of Berisha could be a significant boost to Leeds’ promotion hopes.
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