Leeds gear up for Arsenal as Strand Larsen chase twists
Leeds plan new deal for captain Ethan Ampadu amid Premier League interest. Key midfield leader on £40k-a-week with 18 months left; 49ers Enterprises urged to move fast to secure fresh terms.
Beşiktaş eye Leeds keeper Lucas Perri as new No 1 after cash-raising exits. Perri benched last two league games under Daniel Farke despite starting since October; agent says he’s happy at Elland Road.
Leeds host leaders Arsenal after a 1-1 Everton draw. Farke’s men are unbeaten in five at Elland Road with results vs Liverpool, Man United and Chelsea. Revenge after the 5-0 at Emirates is the narrative.
Palace reportedly pull out of £50m Jorgen Strand Larsen move, keeping Leeds’ pursuit alive after a £40m bid. Palace’s Evann Guessand loan and Mateta situation complicate the race.
Rangers eye Leeds striker Joel Piroe as a top target if Ryan Naderi deal fails. Any loan depends on Hansa Rostock’s stance; Leeds are 49ers-owned, linking the clubs structurally.
Farke says Leeds “definitely won’t” expand the squad despite chasing Jorgen Strand Larsen. Buonanotte joins on loan; finishing woes persist after the Everton draw and before Arsenal.
