What Romano has said about Leeds suggests Orta may be about to make a big mistake – TBR View

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Leeds United have enjoyed a fruitful summer on the transfer front, bringing in seven new signings.

However, there are a couple of areas in the squad which the Whites need to address.

One of those is up front, amid further injury issues with Leeds striker Patrick Bamford.

The other is at left-back, where Jesse Marsch has been using Pascal Struijk this season.

At present, Leeds are being linked with Philadelphia Union’s Kai Wagner.

Last week, football reporter Manuel Veth took to Twitter to claim that Leeds are eyeing the German left-back.

The Daily Mail also commented on the Elland Road side’s apparent interest in Wagner.

They claimed that Leeds are ‘weighing up a move’ for him and believe they can sign him for just £2.5million.

Romano, speaking on Que Golazo this week, confirmed that Leeds are indeed keeping tabs on the 25-year-old.

However, he also claimed that the Whites haven’t made any concrete efforts to move for him.

Indeed, Romano also said Leeds are “really happy” with the team they have, casting doubt on any further signings.

“He [Wagner] is one of the names they are monitoring,” said the transfer insider.

“We know that Leeds are always keeping an eye on American players and talent, so they are monitoring this boy.

“But at the moment, still nothing is advanced, nothing imminent.

“Also, Leeds are really happy with the team they have. So, I think they will sign players only if they have outgoings.”

We feel the Elland Road hierarchy would be making a mistake in not moving for Wagner.

Admittedly, he doesn’t have any Premier League or international experience, so he’s unproven at the top level.

However, Wagner has shown his quality in the MLS, so the potential is certainly there.

And with a reported £2.5million price tag, he wouldn’t be an expensive gamble by any means.

Leeds could do with reinforcements at left-back, and Struijk shouldn’t be more than a stop-gap in that position.