LEEDS UNITED expect to complete the double loan signings of Villareal winger Alfonso Pedraza and West Ham striker Ashley Fletcher before Tuesday’s transfer deadline.
Garry Monk wants both youngsters to join his squad to help with their promotion charge from the Championship.
Leeds, who were defeated by non-league Sutton in the FA Cup on Sunday, look almost certain to get Fletcher’s move over the line.
The 21-year-old moved to the Hammers from Manchester United last summer and has impressed on his rare chances to shine – starting three times and coming off the bench on another 16 occasions.
Scott Hogan’s expected arrival at the London Stadium from Brentford just needs to pushed through before West Ham give the green light for Fletcher’s exit, which will last until the end of the season.
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Pedraza is moving to Elland Road on a similar deal, although there will be an option to make it permanent at the end of the season.
The Spanish Under-21 international is currently on loan at Segunda side Lugo, but Villareal will pay a small fee to end that contract early in order for him to head to England.
The 20-year-old will pen a temporary contract until the summer, with Leeds then having the option to sign him for £8.5million should they win promotion to the Premier League.
Pedraza has made 22 appearances for Lugo and featured in their 1-1 draw at Zaragoza on Sunday.
He’s attracted plenty of interest after his fine start to the campaign, in which he has banged in six goals and provided eight assists.
The wideman was part of Spain’s successful European Championship U19-winning side in 2015 and is expected to be included in his country’s squad for this year’s U21s Euros.
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