The Sky Sports pundit remained excited about the strong Leeds United transfer rumour, saying it would be a “great signing” for Daniel Farkefrom the side.
Leeds transfer rumours
White flies high on top Priorityhowever, 49ers Enterprises have yet to add to Farke’s squad during the January transfer window. The Leeds boss appears to be quite happy with his current options, with the club five points better than at this stage last season.
Joe Gelhardt’s loan move to Hull City was the only deal done at Elland Road, so there could be room for an attacking addition before the February 3 deadline.
Aston Villa Emiliano Buendia is a name that keeps cropping up in relation to late arrivals in Yorkshire, and those at Villa Park are happy the Argentine has gone on loan.
This was recently stated by journalist Graeme Bailey Villa want Leeds to agree to a buyout commitmentwould the Whites win a place in the Premier League.
When asked if he thought the deal would work, Bailey said: “One to watch out for. I can see that happening. If that doesn’t happen, then it tells us that Leeds don’t see him as part of it [long-term] plans. But I would predict that he will join with a commitment.
“If you bring him and he gets it [promotion] across the line, from what I hear, there’s a good chance they will. They play the long game and believe they will get a better job the longer they leave it. There is real interest there. They really want him.”
Now, former Leeds goalkeeper Paul Robinson has given his opinion on the Buendia deal.
Robinson reacts to Leeds Buendia rumours
Speaking to MOT Leeds News, Sky Sports man Robinson is buzzing about the possibility of Leeds signing Buendiawhom he called a “top player”.
“They are the type of signings that get the fans excited. With the names being linked, you won’t get excited about the centre-half, but with Buendia, we know he can do it at this level.
“He scores goals, whether he’s playing on the wing, outside the main striker or just in the No 10 role. Aaronson has done well in recent weeks but Buendia is a step up from Aaronson. If he enters, he plays the role of number 10.
“Buendia would absolutely play – he is a top player. He is not a number 9 who will score 15 to 20 goals and guarantee promotion, but where they are now, 17 points ahead of sixth place, the worst case scenario is the play-offs.
“Automatic promotion is almost a must, and with a little investment in the squad this month, they can secure it. Signing Buendia would add a lot of quality. That would be a great signing.”
Buendia, which cost 33 million pounds and it is on £75,000 a week with Villa, recently started their Champions League defeat to AS Monaco, but his days in the Midlands could be numbered if he reunites with Farke at Leeds.
