Leeds step up Elvedi move as Brandt stance complicates plans
England beat Mexico 3-2 at the Azteca with 10 men. Bellingham scores twice and praises ex-Leeds loanee Djed Spence for late tackles after his 73rd-minute introduction.
Brentford agree a £20m package for ex-Leeds loanee Jaidon Anthony. Leeds are urged to demand similar money for Willy Gnonto, who had a bit-part role under Farke but is contracted to 2028.
Leeds target a £26m English centre-back as an upgrade on Pascal Struijk amid plans to reinforce defence.
After multiple rejected bids for Shea Charles, Leeds are urged to monitor Chelsea’s Andrey Santos amid possible sale factors. Midfield depth includes Ampadu, Stach, Gruev, Tanaka and Longstaff.
Leeds chase free agent Julian Brandt, but the 30-year-old prioritises Champions League or Europa League football. Farke keen, talks ongoing, yet lack of Europe is a key stumbling block.
Leeds expect bids for left-back Gabriel Gudmundsson after a strong debut season and World Cup. Separately, Brentford agree £17m for Burnley’s Jaidon Anthony.
Leeds plan to sell Joe Gelhardt after 15 goals on loan at Hull, but Hull will wait before bidding. United may seek other buyers to maximise a fee for the forward.
Leeds eye another ambitious signing likened to their Okafor move, with a £26m bid reported to mirror past transfer strategy, aiming to strengthen Farke’s Premier League squad.
Leeds push to sign Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, with a verbal agreement claimed. Parma prioritise a sale, want £26m. Juventus and Aston Villa show interest, but Leeds are in pole position.
Leeds miss out on Leicester prospect Jeremy Monga as he undergoes a medical before a £15m Manchester City move. Leeds focus on Harry Wilson, Nico Elvedi and Shea Charles instead.
Leeds can hijack Haris Tabakovic after Salzburg agree £4m fee but no personal terms yet. The 32-year-old, 15 goals for Gladbach, is tracked as support for Calvert-Lewin on a tight budget.
Leeds push to sign Borussia Monchengladbach’s Nico Elvedi for around £8.5m after £7m bid rejected. Farke admires ex-player. Coventry also keen. Not a left-footed Struijk replacement but offers versatility.
