Leeds transfer target Weston McKennie has spoken with manager Jesse Marsch about a potential Premier League move, according to Ben Jacobs.

The Lowdown: McKennie linked...

The USA international has been linked with a move to Elland Road this January and reports have suggested that contact has been made over the player's signature.

Leeds are reportedly chasing the midfielder with talks ongoing with Juventus over a potential deal according to reliable transfer journalists like Fabrizio Romano.

The Whites are currently battling for survival and have won none of their last five league matches, highlighting the need for further additions.

The Latest: Jacobs shares McKennie update...

CBS reporter Jacobs, writing on Twitter, says McKennie is 'happy' to join Leeds and has even spoken to Marsch over a possible move.

He explained:

"Weston McKennie is happy to join #LUFC and has spoken to Jesse Marsch and Tyler Adams. Juventus open to a late window deal, but not at a cut price. Club deny they'll be forced to offload players following their 15-point deduction, an expected response given they are appealing."

The Verdict: Promising...

This comes as a promising update for supporters given McKennie's versatility, quality and possible ability to upgrade Marsch's options in midfield.

The 24-year-old is able to play across the midfield and even at centre-back - providing many scopes for Leeds to utilise the American in their dogfight.

Called a 'rock' by Andrea Pirlo and 'incredibly underrated' by football talent scouts, McKennie played a starring role for the USA during their 2022 World Cup campaign in Qatar,

The former Schalke star even 'caught the eye' against England in the group stage, and while Juve are open to selling, their loss could well be Leeds' gain.

Still young and able to provide a sense of longevity with his signing, securing a deal for McKennie before January 31 should be a real priority for Andrea Radrizzani and Victor Orta.