Football.London are reporting that Leeds United are one of several clubs interested in signing Oliver Skipp on loan for the rest of the season.
The young midfielder has been out with injury as of late and has struggled for minutes over the past 12 months.
The ‘very good’ midfielder is reportedly open to a loan move, but Antonio Conte is keen to keep the Englishman in-house, and the chances of him going out on loan are supposedly slim.
This month, Leeds have already added to their midfield options by bringing in Weston McKennie on loan from Juventus, but Jesse Marsch is always on the lookout for ways to strengthen his squad and Skipp could be a valuable addition.
With his ability to control the tempo of a game and his tenacity in the middle of the park, Skipp could slot seamlessly into Marsch’s system.
However, with McKennie, Marc Roca and Tyler Adams already at the club, Skipp wouldn’t be guaranteed minutes at Leeds, and that would surely affect his decision.
Fulham, Bournemouth and Crystal Palace are also all reportedly keen.
With several clubs said to be interested in his signature, it remains to be seen where he will end up, but Leeds may well be hoping that their club can secure his services for the remainder of the season. After all, he is a remarkably talented midfielder.
Leeds may have an interest in Skipp, but it’s fair to say that this move is unlikely. Conte isn’t keen to let the player go, and he wouldn’t be guaranteed minutes under Jesse Marsch.
Perhaps a move to either Palace or Bournemouth is more likely. Fulham have also been linked, but given that they’re already at their limit for domestic loans, the Whites won’t be able to do this deal.
Skipp is certainly a player to keep an eye on in the coming hours.
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