With multiple reliable sources reporting that an agreement has been reached with Sporting, Leeds have opened formal talks with Hidemasa Morita over personal terms. The midfielder is said to be keen on the move, though full details of the contract are still being worked through. Negotiations are active, and the next 24-48 hours could prove decisive in closing the deal - with optimism growing that he will be a Leeds player before too long. While Leeds and Sporting continue talks, no breakthrough has been reported. Besiktas reportedly may still have an interest, but currently the focus is on getting this deal across the line. Leeds look balanced this season - 1.34 goals scored and 1.49 goals conceded per game. Hidemasa Morita would be expected to bring control and consistency to help push them to another level. Reports suggest Leeds are monitoring Santiago Bueno, Milton Delgado and Danilho Doekhi whereas Sporting have not been associated with other players at this stage. Need more Leeds transfer rumours? Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for live transfer news and rumours from across the world of football.