Stefan Johansen’s experience of winning promotion could help push Leeds United over the line

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Leeds United have been linked with three Fulham players as Marcelo Bielsa eyes some last minute additions to his squad for the promotion run-in.

The Championship table toppers are keen on Floyd Ayite, Neeskens Kebano and Stefan Johansen, as per a report by TEAMtalk.

Leeds are not alone in their admiration for this trio. Aston Villa, Middlesbrough and West Brom have also been alerted to the availability of these three players.

Johansen would be a shrewd acquisition for Leeds; not only because of his talent but also for his nous and experience.

The 28-year-old moved to the United Kingdom in 2014, spending two-and-a-half years at Celtic before his 2016 move to Fulham.

Johansen won three Scottish Premiership titles and helped Fulham to the play-offs in two consecutive seasons.

In his second campaign with the Cottagers, they won promotion to the Premier League, although he has only played 12 times since then.

Claudio Ranieri has frozen the Norway international out and he has not played since mid-December.

But his experience of winning trophies and promotion could be vital for Leeds, who have fallen short on a number of occasions in the recent past.

Johansen may not be a guaranteed start every week but he adds depth to the squad, a creative spark in midfield and most importantly, knowledge of getting out of this division.