Leeds weigh Igor Paixão move as Marathe focus grows
Leeds miss out on Julian Brandt after the free agent agrees a 3-year Ajax deal, ending a long pursuit and turning focus to other targets such as Igor Paixão.
49ers executive Paraag Marathe is set to step down after 25 years to focus more on Leeds and Rangers, with his departure expected to be confirmed on Sunday.
Leeds may avoid signing a back-up left-back after 18-year-old Jayden Lienou impressed in pre-season, showing he is ready to support Gabriel Gudmundsson.
Facundo Buonanotte is expected to leave Brighton permanently after an ineffective Leeds loan, with Schalke making a formal approach and others also keen.
Former Leeds midfielder Tyler Adams is a Newcastle target as they look to replace Bruno Guimaraes, with the Bournemouth man valued for his Premier League experience.
Leeds have held preliminary talks over Igor Paixão as the 49ers target a £30m deal, with the need for another attacker becoming clear.
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Leeds are still finalising details with Manchester City for James Trafford. Personal terms are broadly agreed, but Graham Smyth says no medical is booked yet.
Leeds have made initial enquiries for Chelsea striker Liam Delap as they seek support for Dominic Calvert-Lewin, but they are unwilling to meet the £40m asking price.
Leeds’ squad overhaul is set to accelerate, with two more departures likely alongside Lucas Perri before the transfer deadline.
Leeds are linked with Burnley striker Zian Flemming after his 11 Premier League goals, but the report casts doubt on whether the Whites will pursue him.
