Leeds plan attacking refresh as exits loom
Report claims new images of Leeds’ 26-27 pre-match shirt have leaked, following other kit leaks in Europe. Official reveal not detailed here.
Leeds target Shakhtar’s Dmytro Riznyk as first-choice keeper, with Karl Darlow set for a backup role and new deal. Club also asked about Brighton’s Carl Rushworth. Lucas Perri’s future is uncertain.
Southampton’s Leo Scienza, with 10 goals and 10 assists, is keen on Leeds after the club’s play-off exclusion. Leeds need attacking quality and could bid if Southampton agree to sell.
49ers plan to sell fringe players to fund upgrades, with Joel Piroe likely to leave after just 315 PL minutes and no league goals. Attack set for reinforcement, Willy Gnonto also mentioned as saleable.
Chairman Paraag Marathe confirms captain Ethan Ampadu signs a new four-year deal to 2030. He played the most minutes, led Leeds to a safe 14th in 2025-26. Marathe hails him as ‘instrumental’ and a leader.
Leeds have made contact over a highly rated winger likened to Lamine Yamal, viewed as a potential Raphinha-type signing under Farke after finishing 14th. Details on fee and club not disclosed.
After 3 goals in 20 for Rotherham, 17-year-old Harry Gray is set for another loan. Farke wants regular minutes away from the spotlight, with Leeds’ striker options limiting chances.
Leeds to open talks on a new three-year deal with Daniel Farke, with a significant pay rise touted, after guiding survival. Farke wants stronger transfer backing from the 49ers.
Max Wober, injured on loan at Werder Bremen and out of favour, is set to leave with a year left on his deal. Leeds unlikely to reintegrate him and may need a sale, loan or contract termination.
Valencia CEO Ron Gourlay flies to the UK for talks on a permanent deal for Largie Ramazani after his 6 La Liga goals. Teammate Javi Guerra posts ‘se queda’. Norwich also keen. No buy option in loan.
Season grades piece gives Leeds an ‘A’, citing a mid-season switch to a back five and strong finish under Daniel Farke as they secured safety comfortably.
Leeds are among Premier League clubs moving for 18-year-old Kerim Alajbegovic, returning to Leverkusen after a Salzburg loan. Roma interest exists but finances may aid Leeds’ chances.
Brighton near a deal for winger Zadok Yohanna, potentially freeing Georginio Rutter. A Leeds return is floated, with a fee around £30m seen as palatable, £40m deemed too high.
Fulham target Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna after Marco Silva’s exit to Benfica, which could disrupt a likely Leeds relegation rival. Leeds aim for survival again with smart recruitment.
Leeds have held talks over Barcelona’s Roony Bardghji, who prefers a loan for game time amid limited minutes after Anthony Gordon’s arrival. The 19-year-old remains highly rated despite struggles.
Leeds scout Tromsø’s 19-year-old LCB Abubacarr Sedi Kinteh, suited to a back three, as Köln raise bids to about €6m. Struijk contract remains key, with Kinteh viewed as depth rather than a replacement.
Leeds look set to lose out on Leicester’s 16-year-old Jeremy Monga, with Arsenal in talks over a £10-15m deal. Leeds urged to keep investing in academy talent where feasible.
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