Leeds United boss still thinks the club need some more additions with weeks to go before the season starts. He was vocal about this after the Villarreal friendly.
Leeds missed up to five first team players in that friendly after most of them had picked up injuries and knocks. Farke said after the game that the situation is exactly why the club need a few extra reinforcements.
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The attack is clearly the area of focus now for Leeds, but Farke recently mentioned that he is okay with the goalkeeping core at the club.
“All four are under contract – it’s definitely better than to have too many goalkeepers than not enough.
“Obviously I’m pretty pleased to have Illan. Yeah we know at his age to have 100 Premier League games, more than 100 in the Championship – it says a lot about his potential, his quality. With Karl we have a veteran who proven, who has delivered under pressure in the final stage of last season.
“I’m pretty happy with this. And also Alex Cairns, a fantastic character. I’m pretty happy with my goalkeeping squad right now.”
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West Ham make move for new keeper
According to Fabrizio Romano, West Ham have identified their top target for their goalkeeping position.
🚨⚒️ West Ham are advancing to key stages of John deal with Botafogo after official bid exclusively revealed last week.
John wants the move and the clubs are discussing on fee/deal structure. pic.twitter.com/ZdLHINpPyA
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 4, 2025
The Hammers are in advanced talks to sign John Victor from Botafogo. An official bid is already on the table, and now the structure of the deal and fees are being discussed.
Transfer could block Illan Meslier exit
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It now seems that the Hammers will not be moving forward with a move for Leicester keeper Mads Hermansen. Ben Jacobs recently reported that if Hermansen left the Foxes, Illan Meslier would be in line to replace him:
“…My expectation is that West Ham are going to approach Leicester for Mads Hermansen, a player Leicester didn’t want to leave 12 months ago at a value of £35m,”
“…Leicester at the same time are advancing on Asmir Begovic who is available on a free transfer, they have discussed Illan Meslier at Leeds who may be available…”
Illan Meslier will now have to wait on another opportunity to leave the club.
Which Leeds United keeper misses out on the Premier League squad?
With the squad registration coming up, Leeds will have to decided which keepers make the 25-man squad. Usually teams take three keepers for the league season. Lucas Perri is the obvious first choice, so it will be a battle between Darlow, Meslier and Cairns for the other two spots.
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