The Kelechi Iheanacho transfer saga continues to develop at Leeds United as decisions need to be made on the Nigerian’s future.
With the former Manchester City striker’s future unknown, Leeds will still be in the race until the transfer deadline.
Albeit not long to complete the deal, the 49ers’ are prepared to wait for Iheanacho if it comes to it.
Daniel Farke says he wants a striker at Leeds and he could turn out to be the main instigator to push this through.
Well, there is still a chance this deal could happen as former Director of Football Victor Orta is heavily involved.
Kelechi Iheanacho update from Victor Orta for Leeds United
After Orta publicly criticised Iheanacho this will no doubt heighten the 28-year-old’s desire to leave Sevilla.
This now relates to the latest update from the print editions of both Diaro De Sevilla (31/01/25) and ABC Sevilla (31/01/25).
Diario de Sevilla have said that Iheanacho ‘continues to mull over offers’ suggesting Leeds are still in the equation.
Orta is focusing on carrying out ‘exit operations’ and the Nigeria International is one of the ‘main candidates’.
ABC Sevilla followed this up by saying that the possibility of selling Iheanacho does look unlikely but a loan move is certainly on the cards as it can help them get rid of Iheanacho’s high wages at Sevilla.
Leeds’ interest seems to remain and they have an opportunity to sign Iheanacho on loan when the deadline arrives.
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Orta can continue his favours to Leeds with Iheanacho loan deal
Since Orta left Leeds in 2023, the Spaniard has repaid Leeds with many favours after some mistakes at Elland Road.
One being, Orta’s failure to sign Viktor Gyokeres in 2023 which Leeds fans will not forget.
A good example however has been his involvement in deals that have helped the Whites, as Leeds are still owed £35.7m from Raphinha’s move which is thanks to Orta.
Now, Orta can play his part in loaning Iheanacho to Leeds which will make for an astute piece of business.
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