Leeds United remain keen on Sheffield Wednesday forward George Hirst, but were unwilling to meet the Owls' asking price last summer.
The 18-year-old has continued to be linked with a switch away from Hillsborough and Sheffield Wednesday's resolve could be tested in the January transfer window.
Premier League sides are alive to Hirst's potential, but according to the Yorkshire Evening Post, the forward continues to be a player Leeds are keen on.
However, with the Whites having been unwilling to pay the Owls' asking price last summer, it is unclear whether they would splash the cash in the new year for Hirst.
Hirst came through the youth ranks at Sheffield Wednesday and made his senior debut for the club in the EFL Cup against Cambridge United.
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The youngster has been capped by England at various youth levels, with Hirst currently turning out for his country's Under-20s.
Hirst will be looking to push for further first team action with the Owls this term, with the Yorkshire side currently sitting in eleventh spot in the Championship standings after 16 games.
