Fourth-placed United’s strong recent run has taken them to within two points of the Championship’s automatic promotion places and the bookmakers now expect Leeds to move second in the table with victory at Friday night’s hosts Bristol City.

A Whites win would take Daniel Farke’s side above both second-placed Ipswich Town and third-placed Southampton, albeit having played two games more, by virtue of both the Tractor Boys and Saints not playing until Saturday afternoon.

Gnonto allegedly attempted to push through a move out of Leeds when the team was demoted to the Championship last summer.

The 20-year-old remained at Elland Road after Everton made attempts to sign him but were unable to secure a breakthrough.

After that, Gnonto and Leeds made amends, with the Italian saying sorry to Daniel Farke and going back to training. He has continued to play this season, making 24 appearances.

With the player pledging his future to the Yorkshire club, it now appears like both parties are getting closer to a contract renewal.

Romano posted on GiveMeSport that “extending Gnonto’s contract will be Leeds’ priority.” “This is approaching and would be wonderful news for Leed.”