Leeds United could face a transfer decision over the future of Willy Gnonto in the January window with reported interest from the Saudi Pro League. It’s the latest speculation over the winger’s future amid persistent links with a move away from Elland Road over the last few windows.

It is reported that there is concrete interest from multiple clubs in the Saudi Pro League, although Leeds are said to be reluctant to sell amid their push to return to the Premier League at the end of the season. The Whites sit at the top of the Championship table, but are just one point clear of both second placed Burnley and Sheffield United in third.

Gnonto has been a regular starter for Daniel Farke this season, although he has only started three of the last five Championship games and was an unused substitute for the 3-3 draw with Hull City. He did play the full 90 minutes of the 1-0 FA Cup win over Harrogate Town on Saturday afternoon.

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It has been suggested that a ‘significant’ bid for the 21-year-old could lead to Leeds considering cashing in during the January transfer window. But should Leeds sell the player in January or fight to keep him at Elland Road? Reach Sport writers have had their say.

Amie Wilson

Leeds’ position in the Championship means I think they should do all they can to try and keep Gnonto at Elland Road at least until the end of the season. He has already proven himself to be a difference maker during his time at Leeds, and that might just be the difference between automatic promotion or not at the end of the season.

Leeds know what can happen if they do fall down into the play-off places and will want to avoid that at all costs this time around. Promotion is worth around £140 million, and any fee for Gnonto is not going to reach anywhere near that.

If he helps them to earn promotion, then maybe the situation can be looked at in the summer if the interest remains. But Leeds need to do everything to keep players who will earn them vital points between now and the end of the campaign.

Tom Coley

Gnonto is a really good player and exactly the sort of attacking talent that will be needed if Leeds are to get back into the Premier League. He may well not be matching his previous levels but selling now would not only maximise his value - that will rocket the moment United are promoted - but still has plenty to give.

Any sort of offer would need to be going way and above £30million because that's how much top division attackers go for. Maybe then there is a genuine conversation to be had.

For now, Leeds will do well to replace Gnonto with someone better for the step up in quality they know they will need next season if all goes well. Selling him in January should be out of the equation entirely.

Matty Hewitt

Leeds United know they need to strengthen their squad this month, rather than weaken it. Missing out on automatic promotion to the Premier League last season should be a timely reminder for the Whites' hierarchy, but there is still debate to be had around Gnonto's future.

In 25 Championship appearances, the Italian international has scored four goals and notched five assists, a credible return if not setting the world alight. On his day, Gnonto is one of the best forwards in the division, but his numbers are nowhere near the likes of Georginio Rutter or Crysencio Summerville's output of last season.

There's the argument that promotion to the Premier League will be worth in excess of £100million, but the forward isn't necessarily as influential as the aforementioned duo were last season. If Saudi Arabian clubs were to submit an offer in excess of £30million, I'd be tempted to cash in, only if they can bring in credible replacement, which is always difficult to do in January.

I'd say cashing in this month is probably a bit too early, but if they were unable to win promotion back to the top flight this season, I'd be looking to reinvest into the squad. The need to comply with FFP and parachute payments diminishing could force the club's hand.