The Icelandic midfielder is set to leave Cardiff at the end of the season, and Leeds would be his perfect home.
It is without a doubt that Cardiff City midfielder Aron Gunnarsson will be on the summer shortlist of a number of Championship and Premier League clubs, as his contract with Neil Warnock’s side enters its final three months.
The 28-year-old is yet to put pen to paper on a new contract with the Welsh side, despite their blistering form that has made them strong contenders to gain automatic promotion from the Championship.
If the Bluebirds do indeed land a place in the Premier League, then Iceland captain Gunnarsson could sign a new contract but with his future in doubt, he is likely to be a man in demand.
Leeds United must throw their hat into the ring for the tough-tackling midfielder, with central midfield arising as somewhat of a problem area for Paul Heckingbottom of late.
The former Barnsley manager’s continued faith in Eunan O’Kane continues to defy fans, while Kalvin Phillips’ recent form has significantly dropped off in comparison to his electrifying start.
Mateusz Klich and Yosuke Ideguchi remain out on loan, while Adam Forshaw has been in and out of the side since his January move due to injury. A proven, Championship midfielder is required.
Available on a free, it makes obvious sense for Leeds to try and tempt Gunnarsson to move to Elland Road in the summer, if Cardiff fail to secure a place in the top flight under former Whites manager Warnock.
The former Coventry City man’s loyalty and determination is a key ingredient missing from the Leeds workroom, in what has proven to be a key factor in the Whites’ inability to sustain a promotion charge.
Landing Gunnarsson will give Leeds the best chance of finishing in the top six come May 2019.
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