Leeds close in on Nice defender Bard
Leeds United are closing in on an initial loan move with option for Nice defender Melvin Bard.
Leeds United are on the verge of finalizing a loan deal to bring Nice defender Melvin Bard to Elland Road. The initial agreement includes an option to purchase the Frenchman for five million euros at the end of the season. Bard, who is 25 years old, is set to undergo a medical procedure at the Yorkshire club on deadline day. With Gabriel Gudmundsson as the only available left-back for manager Daniel Farke, the addition of Bard will provide much-needed depth in the full-back positions.
The Italian club's striker Willy Gnonto has joined Fiorentina, leaving Leeds in a bind to secure a replacement. Leeds' recent transfers include goalkeepers James Trafford and Michael Zetterer, defenders Nico Elvedi and Tarik Muharemovic, as well as forward Harry Wilson.
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