Leeds United have held talks with Jermaine Beckford's representatives, according to the Yorkshire Evening Post.
The 31-year-old striker is currently on loan at League One side Preston North End and was watched by Leeds owner Massimo Cellino in the League One playoff semi-final against Chesterfield.
Beckford is currently on loan at Preston and has been released by parent club Bolton Wanderers, meaning he will be available on a free transfer.
Leeds have held talks with Beckford's representatives, but are just one of a number of clubs interested in the former Everton man.
Beckford is not a stranger to Leeds and counts the Whites amongst his former clubs, having turned out at Elland Road between 2006 and 2010.
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Cellino's interest in Beckford predates the club's appointment of Uwe Rosler as head coach and the German will surely want to have an input into any potential move for the striker.
Beckford has scored 12 goals for Preston in League One this season and helped the club to the playoff final.
Preston take on Swindon Town in tomorrow's final at Wembley.
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