Overview
- Leeds have opened talks, according to TeamTalk reports cited by multiple outlets, as they target centre-back cover under Daniel Farke's 3-5-2 setup.
- Fussball Transfers reports Leipzig are reluctant to sell Bitshiabu in January but would consider a loan to secure him more minutes.
- The 20-year-old has seen limited action this season, with reports noting just four appearances and 202 Bundesliga minutes.
- Fabrizio Romano says Premier League clubs have asked about the player and that he is not satisfied with his playing time.
- West Ham are among the English sides alerted to his situation, and a loan is viewed as a financially prudent option for Leeds to bolster depth behind Joe Rodon, Jaka Bijol and Pascal Struijk.