New Leeds United man Ethan Ampadu reveals Daniel Farke and Tyler Adams transfer persuasion
Leeds United have completed the signing of Ethan Ampadu on a long-term contract, joining from Chelsea for an undisclosed fee.
The Whites’ first senior transfer of the summer was confirmed on Wednesday morning as Wales international Ethan Ampadu joined on a four-year deal.
Having spent four consecutive seasons away from Stamford Bridge on loan, the 22-year-old moves permanently to Elland Road and is ‘raring to go’ ahead of the 2023/24 Championship campaign.
Speaking to LUTV following the completion of his move, Ampadu said: “I am very excited this has happened and for the project ahead.
“I think as a club, the history doesn’t have to be sold. Everyone knows how big of a club Leeds United is. Obviously we are now in the position we are, but we all want more.
“When I spoke with the boss [Daniel Farke], as soon as I got off the phone call I knew what I wanted, he really impressed me.
“He told me what he liked about me and where he thinks I can improve as a player. That all helped me choose Leeds United.”
Ampadu also spoke of his pre-existing relationship with USMNT skipper and Leeds midfielder Tyler Adams, with whom he spent a year at RB Leipzig during 2019/20.
“Tyler and I got on well [at Leipzig],” the 22-year-old added.
“When the interest was there, I gave him a message and we spoke a little bit. He couldn’t speak highly enough about the club. He’s a good friend and we have always stayed in touch.
“I have also seen a lot of the positive messages that I have received, so thank you to everyone.”
Ampadu’s first outing in a Leeds shirt could come this weekend in the Whites’ pre-season friendly against AS Monaco at the LNER Stadium.