Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa to finalise Ian Carlo Poveda transfer as Man City agree to deal
Leeds United boss Marcelo Bielsa has agreed a deal with Manchester City to sign young striker Ian Carlo Poveda, as the Whites look set to make their first signing of the January transfer window.
Leeds: Bielsa says 'we need a striker as soon as possible'
Leeds United are close to confirming the signing of Manchester City youngster Ian Carlo Poveda. The former Arsenal and Brentford forward had been deciding between a move to Elland Road and Torino, but appears to have chosen Yorkshire as his desired location.
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Pep Guardiola’s side were keen to include a buy-back clause in any deal, however.
Leeds have been looking to add a new forward to their squad in January, as they continue to search for promotion to the Premier League.
Bielsa only has Patrick Bamford as a recognised striker, after Nketiah left earlier this month.
Arsenal decided to recall Nketiah over a lack of playing time at Elland Road.