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Scott Mason

Wed 6 May 2026 19:10, UK

Daniel Farke will be eyeing another successful transfer window at Leeds United, with Kofi Amoako an option.

The 21-year-old German could be Elland Road bound, with a deal in the region £3.4million touted in recent days.

Midfield signings have been key for Farke this campaign, with fellow German Anton Stach proving to be a key weapon throughout the campaign.

His 6’4″ frame has allowed the LS11 outfit to have a physical and strong presence roam the middle of the pitch.

Now, ahead of Leeds’ transfer window, that dominant physique may be a reveal into why Amoako has emerged as an option.

How Kofi Amoako can help keep Leeds dominant in midfield

Amoako has been linked with Leeds over the last few days, with the Dynamo Dresden midfielder impressing in Germany’s second-tier.

While signing a player from the 2. Bundesliga may not appeal to many, there may be a clear reason as to why interest has emerged.

The German midfielder is extremely prominent in the air, holding a 63 per cent win rate throughout this campaign.

At Leeds, it puts him on par with the likes of Ethan Ampadu (65 per cent) and Stach (62.86 per cent).

That level of aerial proficiency allows the Whites to easily pick up second balls and become a more physically dominant unit.

And in a football state where set pieces are ever so important, it would also allow Leeds to gain an edge in that respect too.

Farke has used set pieces to his advantage already this campaign, and a move for Amoako could keep that attribute intact.

How strong have Leeds been at set pieces this season?

According to Whoscored, the Whites have scored 34 per cent of their goals this season through non-penalty set-pieces.

It is quite the substantial proportion attributed to the LS11 outfits’ tally, but it has helped them push closer to safety.

For context, it is a higher percentage of goals than Arsenal (31 per cent), who are known for their proficiency at dead-ball situations.

Next season, set pieces are likely to be just as important, and Leeds’ interest in aerially dominant midfielders such as Amoako makes a lot of sense in that regard.

The Whites could be targeting a chance to be physically dominant in the centre of the field, and that could allow them yet another year in the Premier League.