Leeds United's search for a manager drags on, but another name has cropped up that could be of interest...

What is the latest on Marcelo Gallardo to Leeds?

That's according to journalist Ariel Senosiain, as reported by German Garcia Grova (via Sport Witness), who claim that the Whites want Marcelo Gallardo to be their next boss.

So much so that it is noted that chairman Andrea Radrizzani had made contact with the 47-year-old 'a few weeks ago', clearly envisioning Jesse Marsch's downfall ahead of time.

The Yorkshire outfit awaits the response from the former River Plate boss who only left in December 2022, after a nearly nine-year spell in his homeland.

What would Gallardo's appointment mean for Leeds?

Appointing a manager of his calibre would be an enthralling one for Leeds fans, but somewhat risky given his lack of experience in Europe.

His main venture into management remains with Los Millonarios barring a short spell at Club Nacional, as he oversaw 424 matches before stepping down of his own volition. 

To maintain 1.88 points per game throughout that period does mark him out as an exceptional manager, with his play style also capturing the imagination as he combined success with style.

He would win nine trophies whilst at River Plate but would do so with an enthralling high press system that drew attention from many across the world.

Even Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has praised his work at the club, claiming:

"What Gallardo has done with River is incredible. Every year three coaches are named as the best in the world, and he’s never among them. I can’t understand it. It’s as if there’s nothing else in the world apart from Europe.”

Such was his philosophy that he actually has drawn comparisons to another great Argentinian coach in Mauricio Pochettino, as journalist Alasdair Gold noted:

"Gallardo is certainly growing his reputation and some people believe he's similar to Pochettino in style".

The former Tottenham Hotspur coach saw his methods thrive in the Premier League, and despite not being able to end Spurs' barren trophy run, he still increased his pedigree enough to secure him the Paris Saint-Germain job after.

However, Gallardo is not a wholly all-action boss, as within his first season in Argentina he adopted a pragmatic defensive approach with which he build the foundation for his future success.

Given their current predicament, this would suit Leeds perfectly, as they have conceded 36 goals already in just 21 games and have not won since domestic football recommenced.

As a proven winner with tactical flexibility, tempting him to Elland Road would mark a huge coup as he would likely continue his 'incredible' job from Buenos Aires to west Yorkshire.