Leeds should reignite Konstantinos Mavropanos deal, the data is absolutely clear
Leeds must reignite their interest in West Ham's Konstantinos Mavropanos as he continues to shine for club and country this season.
Mavropanos emerged onto the Whites' radar over the summer following West Ham's relegation from the Premier League.
He impressed despite their eventual drop into the Championship and attracted attention from top-flight clubs in England and across Europe.
Leeds were keen on the 28-year-old, but he decided to stay with the Hammers to aid their Championship promotion push.
Mavropanos has been one of the best centre-backs in the second tier so far, and has continued to prove his quality on the international stage for Greece.
He was key to the Greeks' 0-0 draw with Germany on Monday night, rounding off a stellar start to their Nations League campaign.
Konstantinos Mavropanos destined for PL return after another standout Greece display
Mavropanos has scored four goals from centre-back in nine appearances for West Ham so far this season.
He has been key to Nuno Espirito Santo's side, who sit second in the Championship, boasting impressive stats for several key metrics.
His latest international display against world number 12 Germany has highlighted why Leeds should return for his services in the new year.
Mavropanos made the most defensive contributions (16) of any player on the pitch on Sunday, while winning three of his four attempted aerial duels and completing two of three attempted long passes.
He shone as the hosts had their backs to the wall for large parts of the game, demonstrating his adaptability in going from a possession-dominating side at club level to one that is content to let their opponents dictate play.
Leeds could need to bolster their backline in January as clubs circle for Tarik Muharemovic, and Mavropanos would be the perfect addition to their ranks.
Indeed, they could even finish in the top 10, as high as eighth, if they can get a winter deal done.
Muharemovic attracting interest from top clubs despite Leeds stance
Mavropanos was believed to be open to moving to Elland Road in the summer before Leeds ultimately signed Nico Elvedi and Muharemovic.
The latter has started superbly at Leeds this season, and is yet to miss a minute of PL action as they sit fifth in the top flight.
Sources have exclusively revealed to Football Insider that Muharemovic is on the radar of several top English sides ahead of January, with reports also claiming that Barcelona and Inter Milan are interested too.
Leeds have no plans to let him leave, but the Bosnian will inevitably attract further interest before the next window, with Mavropanos a potential replacement as he proves that he can hold his own against the world's best.