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Leeds United have reportedly made three bids for Newcastle midfielder Sean Longstaff this summer.<\/strong><\/p>\n Thus far, all three have been turned down by the St James\u2019 Park outfit as they have not met their valuation of the 27-year-old.<\/p>\n Longstaff has been at the Magpies since 2026 and a departure is on the cards this summer.<\/p>\n According to The Athletic\u2019s Beren Cross<\/a>, the Whites may make another bid for the Englishman this summer.<\/p>\n Leeds have already agreed personal terms with Longstaff<\/a>, so the move is a formality should Newcastle accept their offer.<\/p>\n Longstaff\u2019s career stats.<\/p>\n That said, the Elland Road outfit are not confident that the deal will progress, even though he fancies a move there.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n The most recent offer was \u00a310million plus \u00a32million in add-ons, but that was also not enough to satisfy Newcastle.<\/p>\n Leeds have other options in midfield they could turn to if things do not materialise.<\/p>\n To get the best out of Longstaff at Leeds United<\/a>, Daniel Farke should leverage his work rate and versatility in a box-to-box role within a high-pressing 4-2-3-1 system.<\/p>\n His stamina and defensive work rate make Longstaff ideal for Farke\u2019s intense, transition-heavy style<\/a>. <\/p>\n Positioning him alongside a creative midfielder would allow Longstaff to focus on breaking up play and making late runs into the box. <\/p>\n Farke should encourage disciplined positioning to maximise Longstaff\u2019s ability to link defence and attack, compensating for Leeds\u2019 lack of midfield depth. <\/p>\n A player like the 27-year-old is crucial for the Elland Road<\/a> outfit\u2019s relegation battle, as his Premier League experience and tenacity provide stability in a physically demanding league. <\/p>\n His leadership and local roots could also galvanise the squad, fostering unity to navigate the gruelling 2025-26 campaign.<\/p>\n![\"Leeds](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1farke-1-1024x576.png\")
Daniel Farke wants new midfielders at Leeds. (Credit: Imago)Leeds United may table a fourth bid for Longstaff after agreeing personal terms<\/strong><\/p>\nClubAppearancesGoalsAssists<\/tr>\n \n Newcastle<\/td>\n 214<\/td>\n 16<\/td>\n 11<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Blackpool<\/td>\n 45<\/td>\n 9<\/td>\n 6<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Kilmarnock FC<\/td>\n 17<\/td>\n 3<\/td>\n \u2013<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n ![\"Elland](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Elland-Road-1024x576.png\")
Elland Road, home of Leeds. (Credit: Imago)Daniel Farke could do with Longstaff in the middle of the park<\/strong><\/p>\n