Could Barry Douglas see potential exit route closed off by reported Leeds target?

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After an incredibly impressive summer, it seems unlikely that Leeds United will do much business in the final throes of the transfer window.

Outgoings look a lot more probable than incomings. And while most of those leaving will be doing so on loan, there does appear to be scope for one permanent departure before next Friday.

As reported by the Daily Mail at the weekend, Barry Douglas is the subject of interest from Watford. And it was claimed that the two clubs were in talks over a potential move.

It would be a shame for Douglas to not get a chance to play in the Premier League with the Whites. He was sold by Wolves in similar circumstances two years ago.

On the other hand however, it is perhaps an ominous sign for the 31-year-old that he has not featured so far this term. He has not yet been named in a match day squad in the Premier League.

So it may not be an easy decision for Douglas should an offer be presented to him.

But perhaps, a decision could yet be taken out of his hands – thanks to a player reportedly on Leeds’s radar before Monday’s initial deadline.

Leeds and Watford reportedly showing interest in same player

Ghanasoccernet claimed at the start of the week that the Whites wanted Baba Rahman.

Of course, a move would not take place. And Leeds will be unable to consider making another approach until January.

A move to Leeds may be off the table for Rahman. But it appears that he could still secure a transfer in the near future.

According to a report from the London Evening Standard today, Watford are also keen on the Chelsea man.

And that may be bad news for Douglas if he does want to leave. If the Hornets land Rahman, they will surely have no plans to continue targeting the Scot.

Douglas may be content to stay and battle for his place at Elland Road. And thus, Watford looking elsewhere may mean little to him.

But if he is interested in heading to Vicarage Road, he may be hoping Watford have the same level of success in landing Rahman as Leeds did.