Transition-metal-catalyzed aromatic C–H functionalization assisted by the phosphorus-containing directing groups

Transition-metal-catalyzed C–H bond functionalization has attracted tremendous attention as an increasingly important protocol for the construction of C–C and C–X bonds.In particular,C–H bond functionalization assisted by the phosphorus-containing directing groups has made significant progress in the past few years.A series of valuable phosphorous compounds,especially phosphine ligands have been provided conveniently.This review comprehensively describes recent advances in transition-metal-catalyzed C–H bond functionalization assisted by the phosphorus-containing directing groups,highlights its potential applications in organic synthesis,and gives some insights into future advances.