Leeds United land Wilson, step up forward hunt

Leeds express interest in loaning Barcelona’s Roony Bardghji, who made 28 outings last season. Barca prefer a loan only, with no permanent sale discussed.
Ian Wright criticises ex-Leeds boss Jesse Marsch as ‘performative’ after Canada’s 2-1 loss to Switzerland, questioning his post-match rhetoric despite knockout qualification.
Leeds make contact for Sweden’s Widell Zetterstrom after his World Cup debut and Derby form, amid doubts over Lucas Perri and uncertainty around out-of-contract Karl Darlow.
US media criticise Brenden Aaronson’s World Cup display vs Turkey, rating 4-5/10 for missing an open goal and lacking final product. Leeds must decide on his future with Harry Wilson incoming.
Karl Darlow set to snub Manchester United and sign a new two-year Leeds deal. The 35-year-old made 22 apps last season, kept five clean sheets and is expected to remain Farke’s number 1.
Leeds close on free agent Harry Wilson and eye Julian Brandt. Gary Lineker hails Bosnia teenager Kerim Alajbegovic’s ‘stunning’ World Cup goal, with Leeds reportedly contacting his representatives.
Leeds, building on Premier League survival, step up talks to land a £25m target after sealing Harry Wilson, aiming to cement themselves as a stable top-flight side.
Gabriel Gudmundsson, linked with Chelsea after Marc Cucurella’s exit, does not dismiss a move when asked on Sweden duty. Leeds urged to be firm sellers, with the left-back under contract to 2029.
Journalist Graham Smyth expects Sam Byram to seek games rather than re-sign for sporadic Leeds minutes, noting he played only five times last season.
Leeds and Brighton eye Auxerre’s Lassine Sinayoko after 12 goals and 4 assists. The 26-year-old Mali striker enters final year of contract and fits United’s need for competition to Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
Nottingham Forest set for £120m-plus from selling Elliot Anderson to Manchester City, giving Leeds’ relegation rivals major spending power as United pursue free deals for Harry Wilson and Julian Brandt.
Leeds agree free transfer for Harry Wilson after 11 goals, 8 assists. Gladbach’s Nico Elvedi keen to leave but talks set post-World Cup, with fee wanted above £10m as Leeds’ £7m interest is rebuffed.
Brentford lodge enquiry for Burnley forward Zian Flemming, with Leeds among suitors. Burnley would consider offers around €20m, with Flemming under contract to 2029 after scoring 11 Premier League goals.
Report hints Porto fear losing a manager-backed player to Leeds as Farke and 49ers aim to strengthen after Premier League survival. Details on the target are not disclosed.
Harry Wilson agrees free transfer to Leeds, rejecting Champions League suitors Aston Villa and Benfica. Long-term, high-salary deal, Wales links with Ampadu, James, Rodon and staying in England key factors.