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Tue 17 June 2025 18:42, UK
Leeds United look destined to make their second signing of the summer already.
The Whites have already completed a free transfer move for Lukas Nmecha after his contract expired at Bundesliga side Wolfsburg.
Now it appears that a number of other signings are in the pipeline for Daniel Farke, as he prepares for a likely-to-be difficult season in the Premier League.
With that being said, the German head coach could be set to strike gold in Yorkshire as he ramps up transfer business, ready for pre-season.
Lukas Nmecha has already signed for Leeds United (Credit: Imago)Leeds United in running for top summer transfer
There has been no shortage of transfer links already at this stage of the window, despite only one deal going through in LS11.
It is clear that a number of additions are wanted, with the midfield areas being a clear position for improvement in the coming weeks.
With Joe Rothwell departing at the end of his loan from Bournemouth, it does feel as if reinforcements were required.
Nmecha has already come in to add to the conversation, with Habib Diarra linked with a Leeds United move already.
Now, Sky Sports journalist Rob Dorsett has reported (17 June) that a deal for the Senegal international is looking unlikely after difficulty in negotiations.
Although this may appear to be a blow at first glance, it hands the Whites a perfect opportunity to assess other options as they move deeper into the summer.
Leeds United may now be out of the running to sign Habib Diarra (Credit: Imago)Leeds United can now land Diarra alternative
It is clear to see that a progressive midfielder is on the shopping list at Elland Road, despite seemingly missing out on the Strasbourg man as it stands.
There are a number of other players in a similar mould who could prove to be available as the window goes on and other clubs get desperate.
This could be the case at Southampton, with Mateus Fernandes already emerging as a potential target in LS11.
If the Saints get to a point where they have to sell the Portugal international, the Whites should be there to step in at the first opportunity.
This could prove to be an ideal alternative for Diarra, with both profiling very similar in that number eight or 10 role in the Whites’ squad.
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