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Davenport at West Ham

Davenport deal still possible

Contrary to reports last night, there is still a possibility Calum Davenport could sign for the Whites.

After leaving Thorp Arch and heading back to London, several sources claimed Simon Grayson had passed on the opportunity to sign the defender. But the manager revealed today that Calum has personal issues to resolve before any decision is made on his future, and that the defender may yet sign for Leeds United.

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#01 – Revenge is sweet!

We’d waited a long time to avenge our play-off defeat against Watford, but a trip to Vicarage Road this week provided the ideal opportunity. A dismal display of hoof-ball football from both teams was won by Leeds, as the Whites recorded their first away win and first clean-sheet of the 2010-11 season.

#02 – Richard Naylor can defend after all?

We learnt this week that Richard Naylor isn’t so bad after all! Scoring the only goal (in the right net this time) and giving a decent defensive performance against Watford was enough to earn our ageing captain the man of the match. Unfortunately, the game was so slow that we could have pulled Jack Charlton out of retirement for an encore and had no trouble keeping up. It remains to be seen whether Naylor’s improved performance can carry over into a pacier match.

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One that didn't get away - Ramon Nunez

Simon Grayson has today revealed how Leeds United were close to adding one more signing on transfer deadline day, but the deal fell through at the last minute.

The Leeds United manager had teased Whites fans on deadline day afternoon when he revealed there may be one additional signing to come, describing the unnamed individual as the ‘icing on the cake’ for his squad.

Leeds fans waited anxiously for news, but the revelation never came as the transfer window closed with only Ramon Nunez and Adam Clayton added to the squad.

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Amdy Faye at Stoke

According to the ever-reliable (ha!) Daily Mail, Leeds and Blackburn Rovers are chasing former Stoke City midfielder, Amdy Faye who was released by The Potters after sustaining a back injury last season.

Faye has served for several clubs including Newcastle United, Portsmouth and Charlton Athletic, and has also represented Senegal 31 times at international level.

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Still to come...

Two in, two out was the final days transfer trading for Leeds United as Ramon Nunez and Adam Clayton sealed deals at Elland Road, with Alan Sheehan and Lubomir Michalik heading off to pastures new.

Overall, Leeds have signed a total of eleven new players over the summer, all of which are listed below.

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Four goal hero!

“Remember, remember the fourth of November…” Mark Viduka certainly will, for it was on that date back in the year 2000 that Viduka set off the fireworks early scoring all four goals in a 4-3 thriller against Liverpool at Elland Road.

Leeds got off to bad start, falling 2-0 behind with Hyypia and Ziege putting the Reds 2-0 up after just 18 minutes of play. Mark Viduka responded quickly though, getting his first after 24 minutes, leaving Leeds only a goal behind at the break.

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Elland Road newbie Clayton

With just over one hour remaining before the close of the transfer window, Manchester City confirmed that Adam Clayton has joined Leeds United on a permanent basis.

This particular signing won’t come as any major shock to Leeds United fans as a permanent deal has been expected all day, with Sky Sports reporting that a fee had been agreed this morning. Simon Grayson later confirmed the reports on Yorkshire Radio where he told listeners that talks were ongoing.

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Simon Grayson

Simon Grayson has just been interviewed on Yorkshire Radio (14:15 GMT) as the transfer window heads into it’s final few hours.

The Leeds United gaffer confirmed Sky Sports earlier reports that a fee has been agreed with Manchester City for the permanent signing of Adam Clayton. Contract talks are currently ongoing with the youngster.

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Nunez at Chivas USA

The official Leeds United site has confirmed Ramon Nunez as our latest addition, after the Honduran midfielder spent a month with the club on trial.

24 year old Nunez, grew up in the United States and started his career in the MLS, before moving to Olimpia in 2008. Nunez has made 122 appearances at League level scoring 22 goals. He’s also represented Honduras at full international level 21 times, scoring 3.

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Updated throughout the day, welcome to The Scratching Shed’s transfer deadline day updates thread.

10:20 - Sky Sports are reporting that Leeds United have agreed a fee with Manchester City for the permanent transfer of Adam Clayton.

10:37 – Leeds linked with Rangers striker, Kyle Lafferty. With a likely fee of £2-3,000,000 and Blackpool also in the hunt, this one seems unlikely. Leeds also seem to be suitably covered in the striking department.

11:30 – Rumour circulating that Luciano Becchio could be on his way to Blackburn Rovers. He was allegedly spotted outside Ewood Park earlier today. Sounds like nonsense.

11:52 – The official Leeds United site has confirmed the signing of Ramon Nunez, who has been on trial with the club for the past month. No details about contract length have yet been released. Full story here.

12:17 – The BBC’s live transfer rumours feed also has us linked to Man City defender Dedryck Boyata. Norwich apparently leading the race, with us and the Toon keeping a close eye on proceedings.

12:48 – Betfair claim that we’re keeping tabs on Jason Roberts should his move to Wigan fall through.

13:39 – Michalik gone to Carlisle on loan until January the 3rd. One down…

14:15 – Simon Grayson on Yorkshire Radio confirms that a fee has been agreed for Adam Clayton with Manchester City. Contract negotiations currently under way. Expects one or two others to leave today after Lubo went to Carlisle. Hints that another player may sign today too. Full story here.

14:38 – Yorkshire Radio presenter, Thom Kirwin confirms that Luciano Becchio was training with the Leeds team this morning. This quashes earlier rumours that he was at Ewood Park (unless he’s got a body double?)

17:00 – With just one hour to go, Manchester City have confirmed that Adam Clayton has joined Leeds United on a permanent basis. Full story here.

17:47 – A very brief statement on the official Leeds United website reveals that Alan Sheehan has left the club after his contract was terminated by mutual consent.