Leeds tie down Ampadu to 2030 as transfer calls loom
Leeds are reportedly leading a move for a £22m ‘game changer’, a signing that could threaten Brenden Aaronson’s place after survival under Daniel Farke.
Wolves eye Jordan James, with Leeds and Atalanta also tracking. Pundit says Premier League football at Leeds could tempt him, though guaranteed minutes at Wolves may sway the 21-year-old.
Leeds will hold talks with Joe Gelhardt, who has a year left and no future under Daniel Farke. Hull want him permanently after a 15-goal season, with Rangers also keen as Leeds seek best fee.
Adam Pope urges Leeds to go quality over quantity, targeting a goalkeeper, striker and number 10 under SCR limits. Big-money forward could end Lukas Nmecha’s stint, with sales funding arrivals.
Opinion urges 49ers to leverage Rangers ties to sign Nicolas Raskin after a ‘sensational’ World Cup cameo for Belgium. Midfielder’s 2025/26 output underlines appeal as Leeds seek ambitious additions.
Head of sports science Tim Robinson leaves Leeds after 15 years, praising Marcelo Bielsa and Daniel Farke. Club plan to appoint a replacement amid wider upgrades on and off the pitch.
Brighton value Jan Paul van Hecke at £70m, setting a benchmark Leeds could use as they weigh selling Pascal Struijk in his final contract year or renewing him after a strong season.
Ethan Ampadu signs new Leeds deal to 2030 with no relegation release clause. Higher-placed Premier League clubs showed interest but the captain commits, with Leeds braced for offers yet confident.
