Leeds United make official approach to Everton over Ben Godfrey deal

According to sources who spoke to Football Insider, Leeds United has formally approached Everton about a late-window loan agreement for defender Ben Godfrey.

Earlier this week (January 24), Football Insider disclosed that the Whites were having preliminary discussions about making a loan move for the 26-year-old.

After Godfrey’s transfer to Serie A team Atalanta fell through earlier this month due to Italy’s repeal of the tax advantage, Leeds focused on acquiring Godfrey.

The center back will be allowed to depart Goodison Park this month as Everton looks to cut costs on payroll, according to manager Sean Dyche.

Leeds, led by Daniel Farke, is eager to bolster its team’s caliber as they aim to return to the Premier League.

Godfrey has had difficulty playing throughout the 2023–24 season since Dyche has found a reliable backup this year.

In the current season, he has only made three appearances totaling 180 minutes of playtime.

The two-cap England international has 99 Premier League games between stints with Norwich and the Toffees. His contract with Everton expires in June 2025.

Godfrey might be a flexible option while on loan at Elland Road because he can play defensive midfield as well as across the backline.

Leeds, who haven’t added a player this month, is currently fourth in the Championship with 29 games played.

After losing 10 points earlier in the season, Everton is now just one point above the relegation zone in the Premier League standings.

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