Leeds hold firm on Bijol as Calvert-Lewin talks progress

Leeds are being urged to demand a huge fee for Tarik Muharemovic as elite-club talk grows, with Brighton's €100m stance on Luka Vuskovic cited as a guide.
Mateo Joseph wants to leave Leeds in January, with Real Mallorca monitoring his recovery and pushing for another loan.
Leeds could revive interest in Lyon's Pavel Sulc as the French club need January sales, but his meniscus injury raises doubts over any move.
Jaka Bijol admits he is ‘a little disappointed’ by reduced minutes under Daniel Farke, but Leeds have no desire to sell the defender in January.
Leeds are in contract talks with U21 striker Carrick Njinko, 18, after 11 goals in 14 games attracted interest from Premier League and European clubs.
Leeds are named among clubs keen on Lorient midfielder Arthur Avom, but Birmingham are being urged to win the race for the 21-year-old.
Jonathan Woodgate has left Manchester United after Michael Carrick’s sacking, with the piece arguing the former Leeds defender damaged his Elland Road standing for little reward.
Sheffield United have been urged to target Dan James in January, but the piece centres on the Blades' needs rather than any indication Leeds are ready to sell.
Leeds are making progress in talks over a new deal for Dominic Calvert-Lewin, despite rival interest, with improved terms viewed favourably by the striker.
Jermaine Beckford urges Daniel Farke to sign a third No 9 in January, warning Leeds are too reliant on Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Lukas Nmecha.
Troy Deeney says James Trafford is ‘a good player’ but insists Jordan Pickford is ‘three levels above’ England’s other keepers, before questioning Pickford at world level.
Ahead of Chelsea's trip to Elland Road, Xabi Alonso admits his side struggled for speed, patience and creativity against a low block after defeat to Sunderland.
Lucas Perri's agent says a return to Rio is possible but not with Vasco. The Leeds goalkeeper remains on loan at Torino, who hold a permanent option.
Leeds could revisit long-term target Bilal El Khannouss after Stuttgart opened the door to a January sale, though the £33.4m fee may prove steep.