Leeds deal with injuries as Perri nears exit
Pascal Struijk has joined Brighton from Leeds after almost 200 appearances. The left-footed centre-back cited European football, with Albion praising his defending and passing.
Leeds look set to miss out on Lois Openda, with Romano saying he will join Lyon on loan from Juventus next week after being left on the bench in a friendly.
Max Wober has joined Schalke after Leeds terminated his deal. The defender said he is 'very glad' after a swift exit from Elland Road.
Tarik Muharemovic hinted at his Leeds role before Wrexham by wearing No 5 in pre-season, the shirt linked to Pascal Struijk's left-sided defensive spot.
Leeds still want free-agent John Stones as they reshape their defence, but Liverpool have been urged to move after Joe Gomez's injury blow increased their need at centre-back.
Leeds lost 3-2 to Wrexham and have four fitness concerns. Calvert-Lewin, Bijol and Bornauw missed out, while Gruev remains in knee rehabilitation ahead of Sunderland.
With Southampton rejecting three Shea Charles bids, Leeds may need alternatives. Kevin Danois, Ngal'Ayel Mukau and Jordan James are suggested options.
Enzo Maresca left the door open on James Trafford's future, while reports say Lucas Perri will leave for Torino when Leeds bring the goalkeeper in.
Julian Brandt's arrival could let Daniel Farke switch Leeds back to a 4-2-3-1, giving them a high-quality No 10 for the Premier League.
Leeds are pursuing Julian Brandt, with the player said to prefer Elland Road over Ajax after an offer was made.
Lucas Perri is closing in on a Leeds exit just a year after arriving, after failing to solve Daniel Farke's goalkeeping problem.
Jack Harrison has joined New England Revolution on a permanent deal. The winger leaves Leeds after key roles in promotion, Premier League survival and 13 appearances in 2025/26.
