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Leeds set sights on £50m Chelsea player with Blues ready to green-light January exit

Leeds need to find their scoring touch against Tottenham, with Saturday's return to Elland Road offering Daniel Farke a chance to lift the mood.

By Emilio Galantini · Football Fancast

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 8:05 PM

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Leeds United are targeting a January loan move for Chelsea winger Jamie Gittens.
Chelsea are reportedly willing to sanction a temporary loan exit so the £50m winger can gain playing time.
The 22-year-old forward has yet to play in the Premier League this season following an ankle injury.

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Leeds United are reportedly interested in signing Chelsea winger Jamie Gittens on a loan deal during the January transfer window. Chelsea are willing to green-light a temporary exit for the £50 million attacker, who has yet to feature in the Premier League this season following an ankle injury. The Blues are keen for the 22-year-old to secure regular playing time while still considering him part of their long-term future.

Leeds manager Daniel Farke faces attacking injury concerns, but the Yorkshire club will face stiff competition for the winger. Roma, RB Leipzig, and Eintracht Frankfurt have also reportedly made inquiries regarding Gittens' availability for a winter move.

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