Leeds United begin talks with 27-time international midfielder

Leeds United have opened talks to sign Japan international midfielder Ao Tanaka from Fortuna Dusseldorf, according to reports.

After failing to secure promotion back to the Premier League, the Whites have endured a difficult summer transfer window, with the likes of Georginio Rutter, Archie Gray, Crysencio Summerville and Glen Kamara all leaving for substantial fees among a host of other departures.

Leeds have managed to secure some signings in the form of Joe Rodon, Largie Ramazani and Jayden Bogle...