Leeds United transfer news live: Nico Elvedi 'done deal', medical prepared, 'popular' exit confirmed

The latest updates on Leeds United’s summer transfer business as it happens.

Leeds United have just over two weeks left to round up their transfer business - and what an exciting two weeks it is set to be.

The hit-rate so far this summer has been excellent, with three key positions filled by a trio of priority targets. Harry Wilson arrived from Fulham as a free agent with centre-back Tarik Muharemovic and goalkeeper James Trafford joining for a combined £74.1million, from Sassuolo and Manchester City respectively.

All three have now made their unofficial debuts in pre-season and focus quickly turns to what is next. Leeds are known to want further attacking reinforcements and cover on the left side of defence, while a back-up goalkeeper would also prove useful and quality in any area won’t be passed up.

DEBUT: For new Leeds United goalkeeper James Trafford, above, against Manchester United in Dublin.placeholder image
DEBUT: For new Leeds United goalkeeper James Trafford, above, against Manchester United in Dublin. | Niall Carson/PA Wire

That is because Lucas Perri is one of a few first-team squad members likely heading for the exit door. The goalkeeper hasn’t featured since the opening friendly against Wrexham due to a small knock but Daniel Farke hinted on Wednesday something could be in the works.

Farke made similar suggestions surrounding Sebastiaan Bornauw after reports of growing confidence in Hamburg a move could be done. The YEP understands an exit is possible, potentially on loan with an option to buy.

Bornauw’s exit would leave Leeds short of centre-back cover but already a potential replacement has emerged. Meanwhile, returning forward Joe Gelhardt looks set to seal a permanent exit away from Elland Road and a move to a Premier League rival.

Leeds are back in friendly action tomorrow afternoon when they host FC Augsburg at Elland Road but for today, the focus remains on potential incomings and outgoings. Here at the YEP, we’ll keep you posted on the latest transfer developments throughout the day.

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