Kyle Bartley has been on loan at Leeds United from Swansea City this season.
Garry Monk has confirmed to Radio Yorkshire that he wants to sign Kyle Bartley for Leeds United, if he stays on as manager.
Monk’s future at Leeds is highly uncertain, as he still has not been presented with new terms.
But the 38-year-old boss still has plans in place for next season with the Whites.
And one of his transfer targets is Bartley, who has been so impressive in a Leeds shirt this season.
“Of course,” Monk said, when asked whether he would look to sign Bartley again next season.
“Kyle has been tremendous this season. I have experience with Kyle and know him very well, but I think he will be the first to tell you this is by far his best season.
“It’s by far his best progression as a footballer and it’s the best football he has ever played.”
Bartley has already stated that he would consider moving to Leeds, but only if Monk stays on as manager.
Monk is set to meet with Leeds’ board in the coming weeks, to discuss a new deal.
Leeds narrowly missed out on a place in the play offs, with the Whites finishing in seventh place.
Bartley made 49 appearances for Leeds this season, scoring six times and he became a real fans’ favourite at Elland Road.
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