Chances of Illan Meslier leaving Leeds United revealed amid Man Utd links | OneFootball

The Whites are believed to be open to letting Meslier go during the January transfer window, despite not being under pressure to sell him.

Leeds United are prepared to listen to offers for Illan Meslier during the January transfer window.

According to the Daily Mail, the Whites may even be prepared to sell him if an adequate offer arrives for the Frenchman before the window closes.

This news comes shortly after Meslier's two mistakes away at Hull City in Leeds' 3-3 draw at the MKM Stadium on Saturday.

Rushing out of his goal prematurely for the Tigers' opening goal, he was then at fault for failing to deal with a ball near his crossbar, which allowed Joao Pedro to halve the deficit to 3-2.

It's fair to say that the shot-stopper hasn't endured the most successful season, despite Leeds' success, with his error against Sunderland also hitting the headlines.

A wicked bounce may have taken it out of his path, but Meslier was still criticised heavily for that moment at the Stadium of Light, which ended up costing the West Yorkshire side two points.

And with the player being linked with a move away from Elland Road in recent months, his future has become unclear ahead of the current window.

Leeds United take Illan Meslier stance

As mentioned above, he has been linked with a move away from Leeds, with Stade Rennais one team previously thought to have been interested in luring him away from West Yorkshire.

Premier League giants Manchester United have also been linked with a move for him, but the future of Altay Bayindir could potentially have a say on whether the Red Devils end up making a move for a goalkeeping during the January window.

Andre Onana may benefit from some fresh competition for his starting spot - but it's unclear whether a move for Meslier will happen.

In a potential boost for United, the Daily Mail have reported that Leeds are open to listening to offers for the keeper, and are prepared to sell him if a "decent" offer arrives for him before the window closes.

If Leeds are to sell Meslier, they need to line up some replacements.

Karl Darlow could step in as a temporary option, but they will need another option in this area if Meslier leaves.

After selling a number of players in the summer, it doesn't seem as though Leeds are under a huge amount of pressure to cash in on their first-choice stopper.

And if that's the case, they should be prepared to spend a decent amount to bring a new keeper in if Meslier goes.

Who they potentially bring in to replace the Frenchman, if he leaves, could end up being crucial for them in the promotion race.