Leeds United’s starting line-up could look very different when the Premier League kicks off in August, with a summer of significant investment expected in West Yorkshire. Recent reports have claimed Daniel Farke could have more than £100million to spend, with reinforcements needed across the board.
Internal discussions will be well underway and the rumour mill is already kicking into gear, with the list of Elland Road transfer links growing longer every day. Leeds will need to get a lot of their business right this summer if they are to survive, with the gap between Championship and Premier League bigger than ever.
Of course, not every transfer report will be accurate and Leeds will also not actively pursue everyone they are interested in, but it’s exciting to see who could be walking out in that famous white shirt come August. And with that in mind, the YEP has attempted to draw up a dream-XI, should those rumours prove to be true.
1. GK: Lucas Perri
Leeds got a deal over the line for Perri earlier this summer and he has come straight in as first-choice. A few early questions so far but the Brazilian should add plenty of experience across the campaign. | Getty Images
2. RB: Jayden Bogle
Earned another shot at the Premier League following an excellent 2024/25 campaign and looked great so far, linking up really well with whoever is ahead of him at right-wing. Test will be how he copes with the world's best wingers running at him, although one-v-one defending has improved a lot. | Manchester United via Getty Imag
3. CB: Joe Rodon
Ever-present Rodon has earned his shot at Premier League football, having rarely been given a chance at Spurs. Could easily have won Player of the Season and his skillset should translate well in the top-flight. | Manchester United via Getty Imag
4. CB: Jaka Bijol
Leeds confirmed the permanent signing of Bijol in June and he should come into the starting-XI from now onwards. Has looked a real step up on either side of the centre-back pairing and settling in nicely. A huge physical presence. | Getty Images
5. LB: Gabriel Gudmundsson
Like Bijol, the 26-year-old Sweden international is vastly experienced and entering the prime of his career. Has looked impressive so far and should only improve as he adjusts to the Premier League and his new club. | Getty Images
6. CDM: Ethan Ampadu
Has been a huge miss after that opening-weekend win over Everton due to a knee injury, proving once again how important he remains at the base of Farke's midfield. Is expected to remain one of the first names on the teamsheet once he returns. | Getty Images