Leeds United are continuing to work on several transfer deals after strengthening Daniel Farke’s squad with the signings of Harry Wilson and Tarik Muharemovic this summer. At the same time, the club must also make decisions on the futures of a number of current players.
There has already been plenty of movement in the opposite direction. Illan Meslier departed on a free transfer after his contract expired, while Max Wober’s deal was terminated to allow him to leave the club.
Leeds have also generated transfer income through the sales of Pascal Struijk, Jack Harrison and Isaac Schmidt. Lucas Perri is expected to join Torino on loan with an option to buy once James Trafford completes his move from Manchester City.
More exits are likely before the window closes. The Whites are prepared to listen to offers for Wilfried Gnonto and Joel Piroe as they look to upgrade both positions and continue reshaping the squad ahead of the new Premier League season.
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Several more players are expected to leave Elland Road before the transfer window closes as Leeds look to generate additional funds for further signings.
Largie Ramazani is among those likely to move on, although Valencia are currently holding off in the hope that Leeds lower their asking price.
Wilfried Gnonto and Joel Piroe are also viewed as valuable assets, with the Whites expecting to receive sizeable transfer fees should either player depart this summer.
Brenden Aaronson is one more player who has an uncertain future at Leeds as he enters the final 12 months of his contract at Elland Road.
According to Football Insider, Leeds are prepared to sell him before the end of the window if there is no agreement over an extension in the coming weeks.
Aaronson is a favourite of Farke, but there has been criticism about his attacking output as a creative midfielder at Elland Road.
Leeds expect approaches for the attacking midfielder in the coming weeks amid his contract uncertainty.
The American wants to stay at Leeds, but the club are prepared to cash in on him if they cannot agree on a new contract soon.
Brenden Aaronson has a big decision to make
Daniel Farke remains a big admirer of Brenden Aaronson, and his continued faith in the American has led to speculation that Leeds United are ready to reward him with a new contract.
Even so, Aaronson’s place in the squad could come under greater pressure if the Whites strengthen in attacking midfield before the transfer window closes. The arrival of one or two new creative players would increase competition for places and could significantly reduce his playing time.
There is no doubt Aaronson still has an important role to play. His energy, pressing and tireless work rate make him a useful option, particularly in games where Farke wants greater intensity out of possession. The question is whether he would be satisfied with a reduced role if he is no longer a regular starter.
If Leeds do add more attacking midfielders this summer, Aaronson may have to weigh up his future carefully before the window closes, even if his current preference is to stay at Elland Road.
