Leeds United have been working very hard behind the scenes as the January transfer window gets closer, and now Fabrizio Romano has shared a big bit of information.
The Whites made contact to sign young Croatian attacker Martin Baturina, but the club and player have now given a clear answer, and it is not what Leeds fans hoped for.
This story has been one of the biggest January transfer rumours around Elland Road this week, and the latest Romano Fabrizio transfer news confirms everything.
Leeds Pushing Hard for New Signings
Leeds are fighting for Premier League survival, and Daniel Farke knows the team needs fresh help.
After a tough run of games against Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool, the Whites managed to pick up four points, which has calmed things a bit.
Even in the loss at the Etihad, Leeds showed heart by fighting back from 2-0 down.
But the table is still very tight, and other struggling teams like Nottingham Forest and West Ham are now improving.
That is why the club is pushing strongly to bring in a new attacker in January.
The club have already made moves for players like Jens Hjerto-Dahl from Norway, and the next name on the list was Martin Baturina, who joined Como for around £21m in the summer.
Romano Reveals Leeds Contact and the Answer
Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, famous for his reliable transfer updates, explained everything in his latest Fabrizio Romano transfer news report.
He revealed that Leeds contacted both Como and the player’s agents “in the last few days” to talk about a possible move.
Leeds were even ready to repay the full amount that Como spent on the player just a few months ago.
That shows how serious the club were about this move.
But the answer was simple: “No thanks.”
According to transfer news Fabrizio Romano, both Como and Baturina are not interested in a January move.
The 22-year-old believes in Como’s project, likes how he is being developed, and wants to stay and fight for his place.
The club also see him as part of their future and does not want to let him go this early.
Romano says this closes the door for Leeds “for now” and also clears up many January transfer rumours that were flying around this week.
What Leeds Missed Out On
Baturina is still seen as a big talent. At Dinamo Zagreb, he got 22 goals and 39 assists in 165 games, which is very impressive for a young midfielder.
Scouts have spoken highly of him, with one saying his vision and passing is “outstanding”.
But he is still developing and has not completely settled in Italy yet. He has mostly been on the bench for Como, with only one goal contribution in seven games so far.
So while he has big potential, he is not a finished star yet. That means missing out on him isn’t a total disaster for Leeds.
What Happens Next for Leeds?
The rejection means Leeds have to keep searching. With the January transfer window opening soon, the club will be active.
More names will appear in January transfer news, and Leeds will almost certainly try again for another attacking midfield player.
Farke wants creativity, energy and someone who can change games. The Whites have shown that they are ready to spend if the right player becomes available.
So while they didn’t get Baturina, the hunt goes on, and with more Romano Fabrizio transfer news expected soon, Leeds fans can be sure this is only the start of a very busy month ahead.
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