Ross McCormack granted extended leave by Leeds United

Ross McCormack has been granted extended leave by Leeds United following a request from the player.

The 27-year-old reportedly handed in a transfer request earlier this week, while Fulham have already had two bids for the winger turned down.

McCormack had been due to meet up with the team in Italy for their pre-season training camp this weekend, but Leeds have agreed to allow him to remain in the UK until Wednesday.

Cardiff City and Norwich City have also been linked with McCormack, but Leeds have insisted that he will not be sold to a Championship rival.