Last season, Leeds United managed 95 goals in the Championship. That level of quality is always hard to translate to the Premier League level, but the right recruitment goes a long way.
Farke relied a lot of his fullbacks and wingers, who were the attacking and creative hub of the team. Jayden Bogle and Junior Firpo benefitted, and finished the campaign as two of the most productive fullbacks in the Championship.
Firpo left on a free transfer, but was replaced by Gabriel Gudmundsson. In pre-season, Bogle picked up a knock, which saw Isaac Schmidt come in and play a few games. Those performances seemed not to be enough to convince the Leeds boss that the Swiss defender could be a backup option this season. So the Whites dipped into the market to find adequate cover for Bogle.
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Leeds United agree to sign James Justin
James Justin
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Leicester fullback James Justin appeared on the club’s radar. However, an injury in a recent championship game threatened to stall the deal. But as of Sunday night, it has been confirmed that Leeds have reached an agreement with the Foxes.
The full details of the move, according to the Telegraph, includes an £8million initial fee with up to £2million in add-ons.
Leeds United have agreed a deal with Leicester City for James Justin, as per @mcgrathmike. They will pay an initial £8m to the Championship side, with £2m available in add-ons. Versatile full-back, 27, 99 Premier League appearances. #lufc https://t.co/5LFoaStsbF
— Beren Cross (@BerenCross) August 25, 2025
He is set to undergo a medical before he finalizes the deal.
Huge depth added to the team
Justin is a very good option to have in the team. He is solid enough to start and come off the bench, and he can play both flanks. Leeds having a player of this quality throughout the season gives Daniel Farke one less problem to worry about.
Now the club need to focus on completing the rest of their business this week before the deadline.
