Leeds lock horns with Championship title rivals Sheffield United for £10m-rated Premier League star

LEEDS  have opened talks to bring in Nottingham Forest centre-half Andrew Omobamidele this month.

The Republic of Ireland defender, 22, is available and the deal could be a loan with a guaranteed buy.

Nottingham Forest defender Andrew Omobamidele is a target for Leeds and Sheff UtdGetty

Forest hope to raise £10million from selling the former Norwich prospect, who has not played as many games as they hoped.

Promotion-chasing Leeds want competition and see Omobamidele as a long-term investment.