Leeds United Signs Guilavogui to Strengthen Squad

Leeds United has signed 34-year-old former France international Josuha Guilavogui as a free agent to bolster their midfield and defense following injuries to key players Ethan Ampadu and Ilia Gruev. Manager Daniel Farke emphasized Guilavogui's role as both a player and mentor for the younger squad members, highlighting his experience and leadership qualities gained from stints at clubs like Wolfsburg and Atletico Madrid. Despite limited recent playtime, Farke is confident in Guilavogui's ability to quickly adapt and contribute, given his fitness and multilingual communication skills. Fans have expressed mixed feelings, with some seeing his experience as valuable, while others are concerned about his age and potential impact on the younger talent's development. The signing was necessitated by Leeds' current injury crisis and lack of depth in midfield, and with the January transfer window approaching, the club is also considering other potential signings. Guilavogui is set to debut in an upcoming match against Bristol City, as confirmed by various sources, including BBC and TeamTalk.