Leeds United are tracking ADO Den Haag centre-back Tom Beugelsdijk.

The Championship club had the 26-year-old defender watched last weekend as he scored to help his side secure a 2-1 win over Excelsior.

At 6ft 4ins, Leeds manager Gary Monk believes Beugelsdijk has the physical presence to cope with the rigours of Championship football.

Leeds United sent scouts to watch ADO Den Haag defender Tom Beugelsdijk last weekend

Garry Monk believes Beugelsdijk has the physical presence to cope with the Championship

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Beugelsdijk came close to a move to England two years ago, with Birmingham, Blackpool and Rotherham making offers for the Den Haag cult hero.

But he is now set for a switch to these shores with Monk poised to move for the towering defender.

Leeds have won their last two games under Monk, beating Sheffield Wednesday away from home in the Championship on Saturday prior to a 1-0 victory against Luton Town in the EFL Cup on Tuesday night.

The Elland Road side were drawn against Blackburn Rovers at home in the third round of the cup.

Monk and Leeds are set to make an offer for Beugelsdijk ahead of the transfer deadline