Leeds United are set to be active in the transfer market this summer. The club is preparing for their return to the English top flight.
Daniel Farke will need to find a way to improve on his squad after they won the Championship with a 100 points. Leeds are expected to spend this summer as they aim to survive next season. The fans will hope Farke can make an impact in recruitment as he did this season. The Leeds boss was instrumental in bringing Ao Tanaka, and Manor Solomon to the club.
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Both signings were crucial to the team winning the league title. Tanaka was voted Players’ Player of the Season, and Solomon made a vital contribution on the final day as he scored the winner to list the Championship.
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Recent reports have suggested that Leeds are in the market for a midfielder with Premier League experience. The biggest names linked were Sean Longstaff, and Tomas Soucek. However, Newcastle boss Eddie Howe says Longstaff will have the final say on his departure. West Ham are open to selling Soucek, who is expected to attract suitors this summer.
Last week, Leeds were heavily linked with a move for Southampton star Mateus Fernandes. The midfielder is said to have a £30million price tag this summer. Crystal Palace are also in the race to sign the 20-year old.
Alan Nixon may have revealed where Fernandes may be heading, as he posted on Bluesky:
‘Leeds maybe need him more’
Leeds maybe need him more
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— Alan Nixon (@reluctantnicko.bsky.social) 23 May 2025 at 13:35
Fernandes will be keen on staying in the top flight, after he had two goals and four assists this season.
Mateus Fernandes would be a massive
Signing the midfielder ahead of Crystal Palace would be a huge statement. A player choosing to come to Leeds over a club that just won the FA Cup, and qualified for Europe would show how ambitious the West Yorkshire club is.
Fernandes is a dynamic midfielder that would complement the current midfield. He can also play as a number 10, with Leeds already needing an upgrade on Brenden Aaronson.
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