Leeds United could be thwarted in their move to sign Daiki Hashioka, with Luton Town now in the driving seat when it comes to his future. The Japan international was left out of Sint-Truiden’s squad to face Genk, with reports in Belgium that he was close to agreeing a deal to come to Elland Road.
However, it now looks as though he is heading to the Premier League with Luton, and Leeds are resigned to looking elsewhere before Thursday’s transfer deadline. The Whites have been strongly linked with moves for full-backs for Djed Spence and Luke Ayling’s exits from the club this month, but have so far been unable to add to their squad.
Sunderland are ready to make a move for Leeds United’s Leo Hjelde, according to reports. The Sun’s Alan Nixon says the Black Cats are lining up a late window move for the defender, who has struggled to break into the first-team picture under Daniel Farke.
The Norwegian could offer the Black Cats cover across the back line and could boost their play-off hopes as they look to make the top six. He has only made three appearances under Farke and has dropped down the pecking order with the arrival of Sam Byram and Joe Rodon.