Leeds United have a lot of internal issues to address before the summer transfer window opens. The more important ones will be the contracts of players currently at the club.
Daniel Farke hinted late in the season that the 49ers would address player contracts at the end of the campaign. And they did just that; signing Ethan Ampadu to a new deal.
The club captain will remain at Elland Road until 2030, with club chairman Paraag Marathe saying there was no hesitation from their end.
That news has now give Leeds fans a lot of hope around the future of some players in the first team.
This summer could see four players depart from Elland Road, including Karl Darlow, Alex Cairns, Sam Byram and Illan Meslier.
Leeds United provide clarity on Karl Darlow’s future
It has been confirmed on Wednesday morning that Meslier will not be offered a new contract. The French goalkeeper’s stay in West Yorkshire has come to an end.
Karl Darlow has been in the news this week, as The Athletic confirmed that Manchester United are serious suitors.
Michael Carrrick’s side are looking for experienced options to improve the depth in that position.
Leeds fans will be delighted that the club have delivered an official update on the veteran keeper’s future. Per a club statement, the Whites are in talks with Darlow over a new deal for him to stay.
Nothing has been confirmed yet, but the offer means that the 49ers are working to keep him at the club going into next season.
Karl Darlow stepped up for Leeds this past season as he replaced Lucas Perri halfwa through the season, and helped the Whites avoid relegation.
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Club favourite has a huge decision to make
Now that a new deal has been offered, Karl Darlow has a huge decision to make.
Does he stay at Elland Road, and get a new contract to be the club’s number one for the near future? Or does he wait for Manchester United to approach him to sign on a free transfer.
A move to Old Trafford would mean that he is okay with being a backup keeper.
Michael Carrick’s side could offer him a more lucrative deal, with the prospect of playing a few games in Europe next season.
Fans should hope the offer on the table is enough to convince one of the club’s best players last season.
