Leeds United draw with Manchester United as Trafford impresses
Daniel Farke said Sebastiaan Bornauw is highly valued at Leeds but admitted the defender may want ‘something different’, with Hamburg interested and talks over his future ongoing.
Former Leeds midfielder Michael Brown said Leeds had a ‘slice of luck’ in staying up last season, though he believes Farke’s stronger squad must still manage expectations.
Joe Gelhardt is close to leaving Leeds for Hull City in a £6.5m permanent deal, with his medical underway after the clubs reached agreement.
John O’Shea said talk of Leeds reaching Europe is ‘unrealistic’, urging fans to temper expectations as Farke’s side aim to consolidate in the Premier League.
Leeds drew 1-1 with Manchester United in Dublin, Aaronson levelling after Dan James’ fine work. Trafford made smart saves before Leeds lost the shootout 5-4.
Daniel Farke said Leeds still need additions in several ‘obvious positions’ after the draw with Manchester United, citing a lack of specialists and hoping for more business before the window shuts.
Leeds face a setback over Largie Ramazani, with Valencia reluctant to meet the £6.8m asking price and Carlos Corberan reportedly unconvinced after his loan spell.
Lucas Perri’s move from Leeds to Torino has stalled after Marseille made an offer. The keeper delayed his medical and is weighing up both options, holding up Leeds’ goalkeeper plans.
Oliver Glasner said Forest will not be in their best condition for the Leeds opener, with a double-header and Anfield to come, admitting they would be ‘wizards’ to be fully ready.
Former Leeds target Romano Schmid has joined Frosinone for up to £8.5m.
With Bornauw linked away, Leeds are again being tied to Nico Elvedi.
Leeds’ friendly with Manchester United ended early after multiple pitch invaders halted play. The match had finished 1-1 before the disruption and penalty shootout.
Former Leeds loanee Djed Spence, whose spell ended early amid attitude concerns, is close to joining Inter Milan for about £26.9m after reviving his career.
John O’Shea criticised Jaka Bijol as ‘really poor’ for diving in before Mbeumo set up Zirkzee, though he still felt Leeds’ physical threat will trouble Premier League sides.
Farke praised James Trafford’s ‘very good’ Leeds debut after just two sessions. The £45m keeper made key saves against Manchester United despite conceding in the 1-1 draw.
Joel Piroe has been tipped to leave Leeds after being left on the bench against RB Leipzig and Manchester United, with reports suggesting he is now down the pecking order.
talkSPORT’s Roy Jennings said Leeds are a top-10 British club, praising their history and support, and argued they were ‘robbed’ in the 1975 European Cup final against Bayern Munich.
Leeds fought back for a 1-1 draw at Croke Park, Aaronson cancelling out Zirkzee after Dan James’ assist.
Leeds may benefit as Marseille’s asking price for Igor Paixao reportedly drops from €50m to about €40m, with the French club under pressure to raise funds quickly.
Leeds are reportedly among the clubs to offer more than £42.74m including add-ons for AC Milan winger Rafael Leao, but his £8.55m salary is a major obstacle.
Michael Carrick called Leeds a ‘strong team’ after they hit back to draw 1-1 in Dublin, with Aaronson scoring before Manchester United won the shootout.
Rangers are interested in Joe Gelhardt after Chermiti’s ACL injury. The Leeds forward, with one year left on his deal, is reportedly available for around £4m.
