Leeds United are less than two weeks away from the start of their 2025/26 Premier League season but as Daniel Farke’s squad prepare for Everton, those above the German continue to work on transfers. Seven solid signings have beefed up the squad in defence and midfield but those finishing touches further forward are yet to materialise.
The Whites are known to be in for marquee additions out wide and upfront, while there is also possible scope for added quality at No.10. Links to exciting talents in each position have emerged throughout the summer and while it has been relatively quiet over the past week, it is unlikely that is down to a lack of effort in the background.
Leeds have benefitted from the domino effect in recent windows and might hope to do so again this month, with those inside Elland Road fully aware there is still plenty to do in order to give Farke a competitive team. Below, the YEP takes a look at how that team might look if Adam Underwood et al. get their men.
7. CDM: Anton Stach
The 6ft 4ins German was considered one of the Bundesliga's best midfielders last season already looks comfortable and a real step up in quality. Played in a more box-to-box role so far this season but can just as comfortably drop in alongside Ampadu. | Getty Images
8. RW: Bilal El Khannouss
Still a Leicester player going into deadline day but expected to attract plenty of interest and still on Leeds' radar, with attacking creativity needed. Leicester thought to want around £35m, so the question is whether Elland Road chiefs would be willing to stump up the cash. Would link up brilliantly with the overlapping Bogle if indeed he is signed. | Getty Images
9. CAM: Eduard Spertsyan
Named as a possible 'focus' for Leeds before Monday's deadline by The Athletic and would certainly add creativity. The 25-year-old Armenian international already has four goals and seven assists in six games this season and is expected to make the step up to a top European league imminently. Valued by Transfermarkt at around £22m. | AFP via Getty Images
10. LW: Noah Okafor
Leeds confirmed the £18m signing of Okafor earlier this week and with El Khannouss on the right, Farke needs a direct runner down the left for balance, which is why the Swiss international gets the nod over Willy Gnonto in this particular team. Been in the goals throughout pre-season and will hope to replicate that form in Leeds colours. Photo: David Price
11. ST: Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Fitness is the obvious caveat but Calvert-Lewin has proven an excellent Premier League-level striker during nine years at Everton, and has got in some great positions so far this season. With proper service from the likes of El Khannouss and Spertsyan, the 28-year-old could thrive. | Getty Images