Leeds push Ampadu deal as exits and targets assessed
Tottenham plan to sell ex-Leeds loanee Manor Solomon after mixed spells at Villarreal and Fiorentina, likely at a cut price. A return to Elland Road is viewed as unlikely under Daniel Farke’s setup.
Ethan Ampadu urges Pascal Struijk to stay, saying it would be ‘very sad’ if he left. With a year left on his deal, Leeds want clarity soon or will accept offers rather than risk losing him for free.
Paraag Marathe outlines SCR-led strategy, with ins and outs expected. Leeds are willing to listen to offers for £15m goalkeeper Lucas Perri after errors, while Nick Pope remains a monitored option.
Captain Ethan Ampadu signs four-year deal as Paraag Marathe hails ‘great signal’. Ampadu says he is ‘trying to sell’ Leeds to Wales teammate Harry Wilson, with Fulham winger linked to Elland Road.
Manchester United target 35-year-old Karl Darlow as backup to Senne Lammens, but Leeds plan a new deal to keep him. Darlow’s contract expires in July as United assess options including Sam Johnstone.
Leeds are in for Tromsø centre-back Abubacarr Sedi Kinteh and could beat Köln, who must sell Said El Mala before bidding €6m. Trabzonspor are also keen as Leeds weigh a move amid centre-back changes.
Paraag Marathe praises Elland Road as a ‘competitive advantage’ but does not rule out selling stadium naming rights to boost investment, a move likely to divide Leeds supporters.
Leeds are ready to sell Joe Gelhardt, with Hull pushing to bring him back. A deal around £5m could be done quickly to fund other signings, with the forward in the final year of his contract.
Leeds are reportedly in talks to sign a Premier League player viewed as a major upgrade on Brenden Aaronson. No further details are provided.
A West Ham fan urges Brenden Aaronson to join if they are promoted as the Leeds midfielder signs autographs. Aaronson impressed Farke with work rate in 2025/26 and enters the final year of his deal.
Gabriel Gudmundsson hails Leeds’ fans and first season under Daniel Farke, says staying up was the goal. Now fit for Sweden’s World Cup, he notes the 49ers link and feels ‘one hundred percent’ ready.
Rangers’ stance cools on Joel Piroe after adding strikers, boosting Birmingham, Middlesbrough and Stoke. Leeds could seek £8m-£10m for the forward after limited Premier League minutes.
Leeds tie Ethan Ampadu to a long-term contract without a relegation clause despite reported Aston Villa interest, a strong 49ers statement after past clauses under Andrea Radrizzani. Midfielder fronted United’s away kit launch.
