JUST NOW: The 28-year-old would be a great signing for Leeds United…..

Leeds United have been linked with a number of Premier League defenders this month.The Whites could potentially strengthen their back four in all positions with a need for a right-back following the departures of Djed Spence and Luke Ayling, with Daniel Farke admitting his side could do with another left-back and need a centre-back. . when Charlie Cresswell leaves..

The January transfer window has generally been very quiet as clubs are reluctant to spend too much due to profit and sustainability rules.Leeds are attracting a lot of attention in the Premier League loan market and the latest name linked with a move to Elland Road this week is Everton’s Ben Godfrey.Leeds are battling Sheffield United and AC Milan for the 26-year-old, who has struggled for game time this season due to injuries and previous form..

To restart his career, Godfrey could probably make a fresh start and he wouldn’t be in a better move than Leeds right now.Godfrey could be referring to the manager under whom he played the best football of his career at Norwich City in Daniel Farke, and the LeedsAlthough primarily a centre-back, Godfrey is capable of covering any position beyond the back four and did so on numerous occasions at Everton.He also has a very similar profile to current center back Joe Rodon, with his best attributes being his rebound speed and ability on the ball.The only real downside to bringing in Godfrey this month is how vulnerable he’s been over the last two seasons, but a fresh start could be what he needs to put those behind him.. boss is a big fan..