Leeds miss Brandt as Muharemovic impresses
Leeds miss out on Julian Brandt, with the German joining Ajax on a 3-year deal instead of moving to Elland Road.
Sassuolo sporting director Francesco Palmieri says Tarik Muharemovic left for a 'great opportunity', after Leeds agreed a £34m deal for the defender.
Graham Smyth says Leeds made Julian Brandt an offer but believe he may be waiting for a Champions League or Europa League club before deciding.
Willy Gnonto could yet stay at Leeds, with no fresh winger links and pre-season minutes suggesting he remains in Daniel Farke's plans.
After Brandt joined Ajax, Leeds could revisit Igor Paixao. Graham Smyth says attacking alternatives are lined up, with Marseille open to selling the winger.
A projected Leeds XI has James Trafford, Tarik Muharemovic and Harry Wilson starting, with Julian Brandt tipped to join Dominic Calvert-Lewin in attack.
Leeds face Liverpool in Chicago with Calvert-Lewin back in training, Bornauw and Muharemovic available, but Bijol still out. Liverpool welcome back three, while Gomez misses out.
Leeds are monitoring Neom SC midfielder Amadou Kone, though Shea Charles remains the top target. Hull are currently the most advanced in the race.
Tarik Muharemovic impressed on his Leeds debut in the 1-0 win over Sunderland, with Graham Smyth calling him 'the business' and Daniel Farke praising his calm, smart display.
Leeds beat Sunderland 1-0 in New Jersey as Lukas Nmecha scored from long range. Sunderland dominated possession, but Leeds capitalised on a goalkeeping error.
Leeds are set to open contract talks with Brenden Aaronson, who is open to staying. Farke values his discipline and versatility after 42 games and 9 goal involvements last season.
Leeds must look elsewhere for a striker after Real Madrid signed Carlos Espi on a 5-year deal, ending any chance of a summer move to Elland Road.
