The winter window may be over but that does not mean Leeds United’s transfer business stops there. The Whites decided against dipping into the mid-season market with Daniel Farke adamant on using strict criteria - a player would only be sought after if he was affordable, attained good character and would bolster the team.

The manager was keen not to disrupt the spirit of the dressing room and swatted away the idea of adding players for the sake of it. Time and again, he underlined the trust in his current group, who have taken Leeds to the top of the table.

United are favourites to gain promotion although would need to upgrade many areas of their squad should they return to the top flight. They can get ahead of the game by making five transfer decisions before the summer arrives.

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Manor Solomon

Manor Solomon has been one of United’s most prolific attackers this season and has become an undroppable for Farke. Three goals and three assists in six games marks his best run in a Leeds shirt.

His recent form coupled with the Premier League struggles of parent club Tottenham Hotspur led to questions about a potential mid-season recall. This was firmly shut down by Ange Postecoglou, much to United’s satisfaction.

Solomon already had a wealth of Premier League experience and, needless to say, would be a great asset to have if Leeds go up. And with Postecoglou’s position looking less than stable, Solomon’s future at Spurs may also hang in the balance.

Leeds have managed to get the attacker back to his best form in an environment in which he is thriving, so have a good case to convince him to sign him permanently - though, club chiefs will tell you it is never as simple as that.

Joe Rothwell

Another loanee, Joe Rothwell has been an important cog in this season’s Championship campaign. His dangerous set-piece deliveries and positive play make him an appealing prospect to keep hold of.

But there is a question of whether the price tag parent club Bournemouth demand would justify his permanent acquisition. The midfielder is appreciated for his experience at this level but the jury is out over how he would fare long-term in the Premier League.

If Rothwell is satisfied with being a squad rotation player, then Leeds might take him on full-time - for the right price. He is more likely to get Premier League minutes at Leeds than Bournemouth anyway. But then, there is a reason why the Cherries allowed him to drop down a level.

Junior Firpo

Having recorded a hat-trick of assists against Cardiff City on Saturday, Junior Firpo reminded supporters of his quality after missing seven games over the festive period due to a foot problem.

He is out of contract this summer and, last month, Farke said that he had yet to speak to the left-back about a renewal. Surely the decision is simple, especially given he is the most senior natural left-back option.

The job becomes easier should United gain promotion. Given the links with La Liga clubs, it is entirely plausible that the defender waits until later on in the season to make his decision.

Sam Byram

Sam Byram has done nobly as the fill-in at left-back in Firpo’s absence and is a figure who is much appreciated by fans. He too is out of contract this summer, and maybe the decision to keep him on isn’t so straight forward.

Byram has publicly stated he would like to stay at Elland Road but that his future does not entirely lie in his own hands. If Leeds do get promoted, next season might be his last shot at Premier League football.

The right-back is now 31 and should he want regular minutes, he might not get that at Leeds given the form of Jayden Bogle and quality of Firpo.

Still, Byram does boast Premier League experience and is a mature and wise head in the dressing room - and he can clearly do a job on both flanks. Perhaps a short-term deal might be proposed.

Josuha Guilavogui

Another popular dressing room character, Josuha Guilavogui is always seen smiling. His character seems infectious and has been a useful addition for Farke this season. But it is hard to see where he fits into a Premier League squad.

The midfielder is being brought on late in matches to shore up shop, not being trusted to start a Championship game yet. With such midfield options in front of him, it is a hard task.

But if he finds game time difficult to find now, he will find it near impossible next season if Leeds are a Premier League club, given the arrivals Farke will likely need to sanction. Perhaps the only way his Leeds career continues beyond May is if United fail to go up - which is not the ideal scenario.