Daniel Farke’s Leeds United are in danger of missing out on the signing of Daiki Hashioka in the final days of the January transfer window.
According to The Telegraph journalist Mike McGrath, Luton Town are now trying to get a deal done for Hashioka.
So, what has been reported about Luton Town, Leeds United and Daiki Hashioka? Let’s take a look.
Leeds United linked with Daiki Hashioka
Well, earlier today, it emerged that Leeds United were working on a deal to bring Daiki Hashioka to Elland Road in the final few days of the January transfer window.
HBVL reported today that Leeds were closing in on the signing of Hashioka from Belgian club Sint-Truiden.
Nieuwsblad reported in the early morning that Leeds were in advanced talks with Sint-Truiden over Hashioka, who was reportedly on his way to Elland Road.
Leeds head coach Daniel Farke is looking to bring in a new right-back before the January transfer window shuts.
Luke Ayling and Djed Spence are no longer at Elland Road, while Archie Gray is injured at the moment.
Leeds United facing Luton Town competition for Daiki Hashioka
However, there has been a sudden twist in Leeds United’s pursuit of Daiki Hashioka.
The Telegraph journalist Mike McGrath has reported on X that Luton Town are in talks over signing the Japan international right-back for €2 million (£1.71 million).
It seems that Leeds could miss out on the signing of Hashioka, who has scored two goals and given two assists in 17 starts and one substitute appearance in the Jupiler Pro League this season.
Luton are playing in the Premier League this season and are in danger of getting relegated.
Rob Edwards’s side are third from bottom in the league table with 16 points from 20 matches.
As for Leeds, there is a very good chance that the West Yorkshire club could end up winning promotion to the Premier League.
The Whites are only two points behind second-placed Ipswich Town, although I must note that Leeds have played a game more.
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