Leeds United Nears Loan Deal for Brighton’s Facundo Buonanotte

Leeds United and West Ham United are the leading contenders to secure a loan move for Argentine international Facundo Buonanotte from Brighton & Hove Albion before the transfer deadline. Buonanotte, 20, spent last season on loan at Leicester City where he showed promise despite the club's relegation, and Brighton is keen to keep him in the Premier League. Leeds, managed by Daniel Farke, are actively seeking to bolster their attacking options and Buonanotte would provide versatility as a playmaker and winger, competing with several attacking players already at Elland Road. West Ham, struggling early in the season and facing pressure on manager Graham Potter, view Buonanotte as a potential key addition to address their offensive deficiencies. Although other clubs have expressed interest, both Leeds and West Ham are reportedly the most determined to finalize the deal, with Brighton preferring a Premier League loan move. The transfer is anticipated to be one of the final significant moves before the window closes.