Leeds weigh Tessmann bid, Targett move and Summerville return
Valencia drop interest in Largie Ramazani after concerns over attitude, leaving Leeds to find a buyer. The winger does not fit Farke’s system and is unlikely to be reintegrated at Elland Road.
Report hints Leeds may land a Premier League star for £30m, evoking last summer’s Okafor-style deal. Details are sparse but a sizeable bid could be accepted in this window.
Leeds consider free agent Matt Targett to bolster left back, with Gudmundsson needing cover and Sam Byram likely to depart. Middlesbrough, Coventry and Southampton also keen after his strong loan.
Leeds and Sheffield United eye Rennes midfielder Jordan James, but Villarreal have opened talks for a cut-price deal. The Wales international is attracted by European football after Leicester loan form.
Leeds and Hull chase USL Dunkerque attacker Anto Sekongo. The 21-year-old Malian logged 9 goals and 6 assists in 34 games. With many suitors, he ‘will soon’ decide his next move.
Sevilla line up Illan Meslier on a free as his Leeds deal runs down, with Besiktas also interested. The keeper has been out of Farke’s plans since losing his spot to Karl Darlow.
Farke urges ambition and ‘attractive football’ while 49ers stress caution under SCR. Concern he may drift from the direct, physical style that secured 14th without major technical reinforcements.
Ao Tanaka admits he considered a winter move but still targets Premier League goals, aiming to surpass Japan peers. After a Brentford dip he returned to start Leeds’ final seven league games.
Leeds are assessing a move to re-sign Crysencio Summerville from relegated West Ham. SportsBoom say no decision yet, fee high with four years left. Farke wants extra wide firepower beyond James and Gnonto.
Leeds accelerate move for Lyon’s Tanner Tessmann, valued at around £21.6m. Middlesbrough’s Hayden Hackney remains an alternative, likely to cost £20m-plus, as Farke targets a midfield upgrade.
Sean Longstaff’s Leeds future looks bleak after injuries and a drop down the pecking order. With midfield targets like Tanner Tessmann, the £12m signing is expected to be sold for more game time.
Kieran Maguire says promoted clubs could spend £100m-plus under SCR, citing Ipswich £113m and Sunderland £148m. Leeds cannot stand still and must invest smartly to keep clear of the newcomers.
Leeds contact PSV over Mauro Junior. The left back has a limited release clause, though PSV plan to block exits. He could compete with Gabriel Gudmundsson and also cover midfield if Leeds trigger it.
Leeds are linked with Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott, valued at £26-30m after a poor Aston Villa loan. Sunderland, Coventry and RB Leipzig also keen. Talks have not started but a move is possible.
