Leeds United sell Struijk to Brighton, weigh replacements
Leeds make a concrete approach for Juventus defender Lloyd Kelly after mixed form since leaving Newcastle. Juve want around €30m, with Premier League and LaLiga interest also noted.
With Struijk leaving for Brighton, Leeds weigh left-sided CB targets including Krejci, Esteve, Lucumi, Muharemovic, Hajdari, Koulierakis and a bold move for Nathan Ake to replace a key ‘cornerstone’.
Crystal Palace open talks for ex-Leeds defender Charlie Cresswell after his rise at Toulouse. With Struijk to Brighton, Leeds seek a centre-back but a Cresswell return is unlikely under Farke.
Leeds agree free transfer for Harry Wilson after Fulham exit, denying Liverpool a 15% sell-on. Terms and medical set, move expected post-1 July. Farke still seeks more depth for Premier League return.
Leeds assess goalkeepers and are urged to look beyond Derby’s Jacob Widell Zetterstrom, with James Trafford, Freiburg’s Noah Atubolu and Parma’s Zion Suzuki touted as more ambitious options.
Jason Cundy criticises ex-Leeds boss Jesse Marsch for kissing Canada’s badge after a late win over South Africa. Marsch has led Canada into the last 16 but faces media backlash.
Leeds bid for Shea Charles reaches talks as Southampton seek £30m. Palace also in, with Everton and Atalanta interested. Leeds have lodged a second offer and aim to compromise on fee.
Leeds winger Noah Okafor admits he is ‘annoyed’ by no World Cup minutes for Switzerland but says he is fully fit after a calf issue and is waiting for his chance after talks with Murat Yakin.
Leeds enquire for Juventus striker Lois Openda after a poor 2025/26. Juve open to a loan, France clubs also keen. Openda is training hard and would accept Leeds to revive his career.
Valencia want Largie Ramazani back but await Leeds to drop their price. With Wilson arriving and Farke’s system sidelining wingers, Ramazani’s Elland Road exit looks inevitable.
Leeds plan another loan for 17-year-old Harry Gray after Rotherham spell, with Sheffield Wednesday and Huddersfield keen. 49ers seek the best fit to secure regular minutes and development.
Brighton agree £15m plus £3m add-ons for Pascal Struijk, not the £20m first touted. Leeds sell their long-serving left-sided centre-back amid contract doubts, sparking frustration over the reduced fee.
