Leeds agree record deal for James Trafford
Harry Wilson called Leeds’ support in the US an ‘eye-opener’ after his first outing against Wrexham, praising the fans’ turnout and backing on the pre-season tour.
Jack Harrison has posted a farewell after joining New England Revolution, admitting his loans were ‘difficult to accept’ for fans while thanking Leeds for shaping his career.
James Trafford’s move to Leeds is set to pave the way for Lucas Perri to join Torino on loan with an option to buy, as Leeds reshape their goalkeeper department.
Leeds and adidas have unveiled the 2026/27 home kit, a white strip with subtle blue and yellow stripes marking 400 years since the Leeds Town Charter.
Leeds have scheduled James Trafford’s medical after agreeing a club-record £40m plus £5m in add-ons deal. Manchester City are set to include a sell-on clause.
Leeds are still waiting on free-agent Julian Brandt, who also has Ajax interest and could consider Serie A. A delayed decision risks disrupting pre-season planning.
After agreeing a club-record James Trafford deal, Leeds are targeting an attacking midfielder, left-back cover and a striker, while waiting on Julian Brandt and Shea Charles.
Leeds are set to miss out on John Stones, with Fabrizio Romano reporting the defender has agreed a 2-year Inter Milan deal and will undergo a medical.
Leeds are interested in Levante striker Carlos Espi as cover for Dominic Calvert-Lewin. The 21-year-old has a £21.4m release clause, but no formal approach has been made.
Joel Piroe scored and missed a penalty in Leeds’ 3-2 defeat by Wrexham, but his limited all-round impact again raised doubts over his suitability for the Premier League.
Leeds have agreed a club-record £40m plus add-ons deal for James Trafford. The 23-year-old goalkeeper is set to sign this week and become Daniel Farke’s new No 1.
Leeds and Newcastle have tested the waters for Inter midfielder Petar Sucic and are willing to pay €35-40m, but Inter have closed the door on a sale.
Leeds, seeking striker cover for Dominic Calvert-Lewin, could monitor Chelsea pair Liam Delap and Emmanuel Emegha after both were made available for transfer.
