Leeds United manager Daniel Farke and James Justin
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Pranav Shahaney
Sun 24 August 2025 20:38, UK
Leeds United appear to be on the cusp of securing the services of Leicester City defender James Justin ahead of the transfer deadline.
Justin has been on Leeds’ radar for a while, but the deal appeared to be in jeopardy due to his recent injury.
However, despite that, it seems like the Leicester right-back could be moving to Elland Road in the coming days.
Daniel Farke Leeds United
Farke is eyeing a new full-back. (Credit: Imago)
Leeds United agree £10m deal for James Justin
Leeds have been looking for an upgrade on Isaac Schmidt as they want to give themselves the best chance of avoiding the drop.
This led to their pursuit of the 27-year-old, who appears to be on the verge of leaving the King Power this summer.
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Given Leicester’s relegation to the Championship, they have struggled to hold on to a number of their key players.
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Justin’s Premier League record last season.
According to Mike McGrath, Justin is also likely to be heading out the exit door.
The Telegraph journalist reported on 24 August that Leeds and Leicester have struck a £10million agreement for the one-cap England international.
The defender is having his medical ahead of a transfer, making him the club’s 10th summer signing.
Leicester have agreed a deal worth £10m with Leeds for James Justin. The England-capped full-back, 27, having medical at #LUFC
⚪⚪🔵🟡 more at @TeleFootball #LCFC
— Mike McGrath (@mcgrathmike) August 24, 2025
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Daniel Farke can take James Justin to the next level
To maximise Justin’s potential at Leeds United, Farke should leverage his versatility and attacking flair.
Deploying him primarily as a right-back, where he’s most comfortable, allows him to utilise his pace and ability to support attacks.
Farke can encourage overlapping runs to complement wingers like Dan James, creating width and crossing opportunities.
Justin’s ability to play left-back or centre-back offers tactical flexibility, enabling Farke to adapt formations mid-game.
Ensuring the 27-year-old’s fitness, given his recent injury, is crucial, as is integrating him into Leeds’ high-pressing system.
Farke’s focus on unity and possession-based play aligns with the right-back’s ball-playing skills, fostering a role where he can shine.
It remains to be seen if he’s registered in time for their next Premier League game against Newcastle on 30 August.
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