According to Fabrizio Romano, there’s speculation that Willy Gnonto might depart Leeds United in the upcoming January transfer window, with reports suggesting interest from Tottenham Hotspur in the Italian forward. Despite Leeds’ relegation to the Championship, the 19-year-old has struggled for regular starts due to a combination of refusal to play and injuries, resulting in a drop in both Leeds’ pecking order and Italy’s senior squad.

Gnonto’s limited playing time, particularly in the last 10 Championship matches where he mainly served as a substitute, has raised concerns about his chances of making Italy’s Euro 2024 squad. Calcio Style has mentioned Lazio’s interest in a potential loan deal with a £13 million obligation.

Recent reports, including one from The Express, suggested a surprising swap deal between Tottenham and Leeds, involving Gnonto and Joe Rodon. However, Romano, speaking to Caught Offside, mentioned that while Gnonto’s departure in January is a possibility, the validity of the Tottenham links remains unconfirmed.

Romano acknowledged that negotiating with Leeds is challenging, making any potential deal complex. He also highlighted the uncertainty surrounding Rodon’s willingness to make a permanent move to Elland Road. Despite the lack of confirmation on the Tottenham links, Romano hinted that a move to Spurs could be beneficial for Gnonto, providing him with more playing time in an attacking team that currently lacks depth, especially with Richarlison’s absence and potential uncertainties surrounding Bryan Gil’s future at the club.