Leeds United will be bringing in an elite player and an upgrade on the struggling Rodrigo Moreno if they pursue a reported target ahead of the January window, claims one observer.
Victor Orta and Leeds looked like they had landed a real coup when they shelled out a club-record fee for Rodrigo in summer 2020. However, the Spain international has struggled to find his best form on a consistent basis. As a result, the £26.7m signing from Valencia finds his place in the Leeds side under the spotlight.
Rodrigo did score seven times, also claiming two assist,s in 26 appearances for Leeds last season. But in nine appearances this year, he’s yet to have a goal involvement. Playing as a central striker, he struggled to impose himself during Saturday’s woeful 1-0 defeat at Southampton.
And now it seems Leeds are looking for an upgrade in January. Indeed, Rodrigo has played in a deeper attacking role for the majority of his time at Leeds. And it seems Marcelo Bielsa and Co have already set their sights on a prospective new No 10 in Ross Barkley.
