Leeds United confirmed the signing of defender Jaka Bijol earlier this week but still have plenty to do before the summer transfer window closes on September 1. The 26-year-old Slovenian international followed free agent striker Lukas Nmecha through the door as Elland Road chiefs plan for further reinforcements across the board.
Central midfield is known to be a priority position, given at least one offer has been lodged for RC Strasbourg captain Habib Diarra, while reports suggest a bid has also been sent Fulham’s way for striker Rodrigo Muniz. With Junior Firpo looking set to leave, the YEP understands there is also interest in LOSC Lille left-back Gabriel Gudmundsson.
The Premier League confirmed on Wednesday that Leeds’ Premier League season will kick off at home to Everton and the team walking out at Elland Road that Monday night could look very different from the one that beat Plymouth just over seven weeks ago. And with that in mind, the YEP has attempted to draw up a dream starting line-up should recent transfer 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