Leeds United confirmed the long-awaited arrival of Harry Wilson on a free transfer. The winger joined the Whites after leaving Fulham after his contract expired.
The 29-year-old winger has signed a four-year contract with the club and is currently Leeds’ highest-paid player alongside striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
Wilson almost joined Leeds last summer on deadline day. However, Fulham pulled the plug on a deal to sell him at the last minute, and he had a brilliant last season at Craven Cottage.
Fulham wanted to hold on to him, and even offered him a new contract. However, Wilson decided to seek a fresh challenge and arrived at Elland Road.
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Fulham were keen to keep him at Craven Cottage. However, once Marco Silva moved on from the club, the 29-year-old winger was never going to stay.
Leeds claimed that the winger rejected several offers over a move to Elland Road, and are clearly pleased with the acquisition of the Welsh winger.
Fulham are disappointed but have released a classy statement, wishing him good luck at Leeds and insisting that the winger left a brilliant legacy at Craven Cottage with his performances.
They thanked Wilson and wrote on X: “Harry Wilson has joined Leeds United following the expiry of his contract.
“Wilson departs with a fantastic Fulham legacy, and we wish him the best of luck.”
Harry Wilson has joined Leeds United following the expiry of his contract.
Wilson departs with a fantastic Fulham legacy, and we wish him the best of luck. 🤍
— Fulham Football Club (@FulhamFC) July 8, 2026
Wilson had a great last season at Fulham, and was one of the most potent wide attackers in the Premier League.
Leeds had identified him as a target long before his outstanding season at Craven Cottage. They are now set to bring in a player whose confidence is sky-high after an impressive campaign last year.
He solves a headache for Daniel Farke
Leeds United’s biggest problem last season was not creating promising situations, but turning them into goals.
Daniel Farke built a disciplined side that was tough to beat and dangerous on the counter, but when opponents sat deep and forced Leeds to dominate possession, they too often lacked the creativity and cutting edge to unlock stubborn defences.
That helps explain why the 49ers have been so determined to add players such as Harry Wilson this summer.
He can provide the quality Leeds have been missing in the final third. Farke already has plenty of industrious midfielders who can press, cover ground and do the defensive work, but the squad is crying out for players who can consistently create chances, pick out decisive passes and contribute goals.
Wilson, in particular, looks an ideal fit. He finished last season with 11 goals and eight assists for a Fulham side that endured an inconsistent campaign, numbers that highlight the influence he can have in the final third.
His versatility only adds to his appeal. Whether deployed as a No. 10, on either flank or in an advanced midfield role, Wilson would give Farke far greater tactical flexibility and another genuine source of creativity and goals.
