McAllister to grab Stockport hitman Elding

Stockport County striker Anthony Elding looks set to become Gary McAllister's first signing as Leeds United manager on the final day of the January transfer window.

County's website confirms that a fee has been agreed between the two clubs for the 25 year old forward who has scored 15 goals so far in all competitions this season. Elding is expected in Leeds for talks with a view to the transfer being completed later today.

The 6ft 2in striker joined Stockport in January 2007 and he became an instant fans favourite hitting 11 goals in 20 games to top the clubs goalscoring charts. Manager Jim Gannon had hoped to hold on to his star player with the window about to close, but it seems his hopes may now have been dashed.

Gannon, responding to transfer speculation earlier in the week stated: 'It wouldn't surprise me if we got continued interest, but Anthony Elding is an important part of our team and I hope it remains a quiet month. I'm looking forward to the window shutting.'