Transfer talk surrounding Hayden Hackney is intensifying, with reports suggesting Leeds are monitoring the Middlesbrough midfielder closely. The player has caught the attention of several scouts as other clubs prepare for a potentially active transfer window. While Leeds and Middlesbrough continue talks, no breakthrough has been reported. Fulham, Wolves and West Ham reportedly may still have an interest, but currently the focus is on getting this deal across the line. Leeds's 25/26 record of 1.75 goals conceded per game shows they're missing balance in midfield. Someone like Hayden Hackney could give them more structure and help them manage games. Middlesbrough have also been linked with Joe Wildsmith while Leeds are reportedly monitoring Endrick Felipe Moreira de Sousa, Eduard Spertsyan and Nico Schlotterbeck. More on this story as it develops. Need more Leeds transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news from Leeds.