GOOD NEWS — Leeds United ready to break bank and include 24yr Old Flop player in a shocking transfer swoop proposed by Graham Smyth

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ByAlious
January 19, 2026

The manager was understandably pleased with the weekend victory over in-form Fulham, and morale has been further lifted by the arrival of Facundo Buonanotte.

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Leeds in discussions over Romano Schmid Creative solutions to land a striker Strand Larsen emerges as leading target

According to Graham Smyth of the Yorkshire Evening Post, Leeds may feel that the signing of the Argentine sufficiently strengthens their options in attacking midfield.

However, the Whites are still expected to push for a new centre-forward before the January transfer window closes.

Leeds in discussions over Romano Schmid

As reported by Fabrizio Romano, Leeds have held talks regarding Austria international Romano Schmid, who currently plays in the Bundesliga for Werder Bremen.

Schmid has registered five assists in 17 league appearances this season, and Daniel Farke is keen to add more creativity behind leading striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin to help sustain his excellent form.

Smyth explained:
“Buonanotte’s arrival effectively addressed Leeds’ need for an attacking midfielder, and only unexpected developments would bring them back to the table for Schmid.

“They had been in discussions, but no formal offer was made, and they were never prepared to meet the fee suggested in Sunday’s reports from transfer journalists.

“Multiple sources at the club insist that attention has now shifted to the centre-forward role and the available options in the current market.”

Creative solutions to land a striker

While a loan-to-buy deal would be the preferred route, Smyth suggests Leeds could explore alternative structures, including player-plus-cash agreements, to help manage Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) constraints.

Strand Larsen emerges as leading target

Wolves striker Jørgen Strand Larsen is reportedly the most likely candidate to arrive at Elland Road, with the Molineux club battling relegation and potentially open to offloading players.

Wolves boss Rob Edwards recently praised the forward after his FA Cup hat-trick, saying:
“He is a top-quality player… he’s been a huge part of why we’ve started to turn things around.”

Such deals have become increasingly common in recent transfer windows as clubs look for ways to navigate financial regulations, and Leeds have several fringe players earning sizeable wages.

With Jack Harrison, previously the club’s second-highest earner, now departed, Leeds could view this window as a major success if they secure a new number ten, a centre-forward, and manage to move several unwanted players off the wage bill before the deadline.