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It’s going to be a busy summer at Leeds United one way or another, with Elland Road chiefs set to either be recruiting for Premier League survival or accepting the reality of a third season in the Championship. All involved will be hoping for the former and despite a disappointing 2-2 draw at home to Swansea City on Saturday, Daniel Farke’s side remain well-placed to secure a top-two finish.
Should Leeds and Farke achieve their ultimate goal, then the focus of this summer will be on incoming recruitment but decisions will also have to be made on the current squad, namely those coming towards the end of their contracts or fringe players who will only fall further down the pecking order. Many of the current squad would be expected to lead the fight for continued Premier League status but some difficult decisions might also need to be taken.
Below, the YEP has taken an early look at the current first-team squad with 10 who could feasibly leave, 6 whose future is undecided and 12 who many expect to stay on. Take a look below to see.
25. Largie Ramazani - will stay
Another who will be wanting plenty more minutes next season and has looked sharp when called upon, particularly earlier this campaign. Reports of second-tier Spanish interest aren't likely to develop and Leeds will want to spend time improving a player they spent £10m on. | Getty Images
26. Daniel James - will stay
Will enter the final 12 months of his contract this summer but it would be very surprising to not see a new deal signed once the season is over. Has been Leeds' most consistent attacker this season and his pace could be crucial on the counter-attack. | Getty Images
27. Brenden Aaronson - will stay
Farke clearly has a lot of trust in Aaronson, whose work-rate and durability are unmatched within the current squad. Will still have three years left on his Elland Road contract come summer. Photo: George Wood
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28. Joel Piroe - will stay
Joined Leeds with the aim of establishing himself as first-choice in a team that gets promoted and still looks well-placed to do so. A top-class No.9 will no doubt be top of the summer shopping list, however, and so Piroe could face fresh competition for his spot. Not expected to leave, though. | Getty Images