Leeds United manager Daniel Farke and Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven
(Credit: Imago)
Aheed Abrar
Tue 1 July 2025 19:32, UK
Leeds United are working tirelessly to build a competitive squad for Daniel Farke in the Premier League.
Former VfL Wolfsburg star Lukas Nmecha completed his transfer to the Whites as a free agent, following the expiration of his contract at the Bundesliga outfit.
Jaka Bijol was the second incoming at Elland Road this summer, as the West Yorkshire outfit looked to bolster their defence.
The Peacocks seem to have no intention of stopping, as another arrival has been confirmed.
Leeds United defender Sebastiaan Bornauw
Leeds United have signed Sebastiaan Bornauw. (Credit: Imago)
Leeds United confirm Sebastiaan Bornauw transfer as Van de Ven reacts
Leeds have confirmed the signing of Sebastiaan Bornauw from Wolfsburg.
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The Whites announced the centre-back’s arrival for a £5.1million fee on a four-year contract, becoming the third addition at Elland Road in the ongoing transfer window.
Competition Appearances Goals Minutes played
Bundesliga 15 2 784
Bornauw’s Bundesliga record at Wolfsburg last season.
Bornauw also took to Instagram (1 July) to confirm his transfer to the West Yorkshire outfit, expressing gratitude for being given the opportunity to represent them.
Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven, who spent a couple of seasons with the Belgium international at the German club, responded to the 26-year-old’s social media post with a fire emoji, seemingly hinting at his excitement.
Elland Road departures expected after Bornauw transfer
It wouldn’t be surprising to see Max Wober leave Leeds this summer after struggling for regular game time under Farke.
There could potentially be a major exit as well, with Pascal Struijk’s future at Elland Road possibly uncertain despite playing a key role last season.
The Dutch defender picked up an injury towards the end of the previous campaign, and it remains to be seen what the future holds for him.
Farke now has several defensive options at his disposal following the additions of Bijol and Bornauw.
Joe Rodon formed a brilliant partnership alongside Struijk and then with Ethan Ampadu when the Dutch defender was unavailable.
The Wales international has been relatively injury-free for the Whites over the years, and it would make sense to keep relying on him.
While Struijk and Ampadu are quality players, their consistent fitness issues are concerning, and that may lead the West Yorkshire outfit to cash in on one of them.
With transfer activity expected to heat up in July, the situation in LS11 will be worth keeping an eye on.
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