RB Salzburg midfielder Brenden Aaronson remains Leeds United's 'number one target' this month, according to journalist Pete O'Rourke.

The Lowdown: Leeds push to sign Aaronson

The Whites are in need of signing a new midfielder in the January transfer window, as Marcelo Bielsa looks to fill the sizeable void left by the injured Kalvin Phillips.

Aaronson has been strongly linked with a move to Elland Road in recent days, with a number of bids made for the 15-time capped USA international.

Salzburg continue to hold firm, as they look to keep hold of the 21-year-old, but Leeds are pushing hard to get a transfer over the line.

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The Latest: Journalist makes fresh claim

Speaking to Give Me Sport, O'Rourke confirmed that Aaronson is the man the Whites most want to sign in the coming days:

"Leeds have bid for Brenden Aaronson and it does appear that he is the number one target."

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The Verdict: Deal looks likely

With each passing day, the more it looks as though Leeds will get their man, with reliable journalists such as Phil Hay reporting the news in the last 24 hours or so.

Aaronson could be a superb signing for the Whites, not only coming in as a long-term option but also someone who can immediately become an influential figure.

The American has been hailed as 'special' by former coach Jim Curtin and already has 51 appearances to his name for Salzburg, scoring 10 times and registering 12 assists.

While more attack-minded than Phillips, he can still make up for the loss of him currently, averaging two tackles per game in the Champions League this season.

In other news, Leeds have reportedly been boosted in their pursuit of one player. Find out who it is here.