On Saturday, Leeds United faced AC Milan in their final pre-season friendly. The Whites had been unbeaten, even after facing Manchester United and Villarreal.
Leeds ended up drawing with the Italian side, completing their unbeaten run in pre-season. The game showed that defensively, the Whites could hold up against better sides. The problem was in attack, where the Whites still seem to lack a cutting edge. Anton Stach was the standout in the game, and he even scored the equalizer.
Daniel Farke used the German’s performance as a reason why he should be handed his first choice targets.
“You can see why he was one of my key wishes in terms of signings,” added Farke. “He gave an outstanding performance. We’ve spoken a lot about his size and his physicality but he’s a really good footballer who is tidy on the ball.”
The Leeds boss has asked the club for reinforcements just days before the season opener against Everton.
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Leeds United handed huge boost in Rodrigo Muniz pursuit
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After news earlier today that Atalanta had taken the lead in the race for the Fulham star, there is now a huge update. The Serie A side were locked in negotiations, and were willing to pay £35million for the Brazilian. Muniz was also keen on the move.
It has now been reported by Rudy Galletti that Leeds and Atalanta are still miles apart in their valuation of the striker. Nothing has ben agreed, as the Premier League club are not willing to budge on their £43million price tag.
🚨📉 After today’s meeting, there’s still distance between Fulham and Atalanta for Rodrigo Muniz.
The 🏴 side insists on no less than €50m, while the ⚫🔵 had hoped to close closer to €40m including bonuses, as @APaglia7 reported.
The 🇮🇹 club will now assess its next steps. https://t.co/0o5SetFmTq
— Rudy Galetti (@RudyGaletti) August 12, 2025
Sky Sports give Leeds update
Sky Sports reporter Zinny Boswell has also given an update on Leeds United’s end. According to his report, Leeds are patient and monitoring the situation between Atalanta and Fulham.
Leeds United staying patient in Rodrigo Muniz pursuit despite Atalanta interest and Fulham reluctance to sell. He remains #LUFC‘s top striker target but 24yo is keen to explore Atalanta move. If Fulham sign a replacement, it could open the door for an exit. (W/@SkySportsLyall🤝) pic.twitter.com/GVwtRLUXNZ
— Zinny Boswell (@ZinnyBoswell) August 12, 2025
Muniz remains Leeds’ priority, and they could complete a deal if the London club find a replacement soon. The striker is open to a move to Atalanta, but so far, both sides have failed to reach an agreement.
