Noah Okafor in a Leeds kit
(Credit: Manh Tung/Breaking Media)
Pranav Shahaney
Wed 20 August 2025 19:37, UK
Leeds United appear to be on the cusp of securing the permanent transfer of Noah Okafor this summer.
The AC Milan forward appears set to join Leeds United and was seen outside Greggs ahead of his pre-transfer medical.
The Elland Road outfit will spend around £17.3million for Okafor and the deal could be finalised in the coming days.
Noah Okafor in action at AC Milan
Okafor appears set to join Leeds. (Credit: Imago)
Okafor spotted near car outside Elland Road
Ahead of his transfer, the Switzerland international made a visit to the home of Leeds after his medical.
The 25-year-old was then spotted just outside his car, with an official announcement imminent in due course.
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Daniel Farke wanted the club to sign a quality forward and he will be thrilled to welcome Okafor to Yorkshire.
Patrick Bamford appears to be on his way out and Mateo Joseph has left to join Mallorca on loan.
The Whites will be hoping that the Milan forward can hit the ground running and become a success at the club.
Farke can get the best out of Okafor at Leeds United
To maximise Okafor’s potential at Leeds, Farke should leverage the 24-year-old Swiss forward’s versatility, pace and goal-scoring instincts.
Deploying him as a central striker or on the left wing, where he thrived at RB Salzburg, allows him to exploit spaces behind defences.
Club Appearances Goals Assists
RB Salzburg 110 34 23
AC Milan 54 7 5
FC Basel 54 7 5
Napoli 4 – –
Okafor’s career stats.
Farke should encourage Okafor to utilise his dribbling and quick decision-making in attacking transitions, fitting Leeds’ high-pressing, fast-paced style.
Tailored training to improve his finishing consistency, given his 5 goals in 46 games at AC Milan, will boost confidence.
Integrating him with creative players like Anton Stach will create goal-scoring opportunities.
Regular starts coupled with cup competitions will provide ample game time to adapt to English football’s physicality.
Farke’s man-management, emphasising clear roles and trust, will help Okafor regain his Salzburg form, making him a key asset in Leeds’ quest to avoid relegation.
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