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Josh Edwards

Tue 28 April 2026 18:10, UK

Leeds United are keen on bringing Dmytro Riznyk to Elland Road this summer.

Fresh out of their FA Cup exit to Chelsea, Leeds will have one thing and one thing only on their minds for the next four games: to achieve survival.

With both Tottenham and West Ham having won at the weekend, the Whites have somewhat been dragged back into the relegation fight, and Daniel Farke will be looking to do whatever it takes to avoid that.

However, despite the ongoing uncertainty over which league they will be in next season, plans will already have been put into place for the recruitment.

And with Riznyk linked with a move to Leeds, it seems as though they are certainly barking up the right trees.

Dmytro Riznyk links showcase why Leeds are doing things right

It’s clear that Leeds will be looking to bring a new goalkeeper in this summer, despite Karl Darlow having impressed.

And in that regard, countless players have already been linked with a move to Elland Road, with James Trafford one of the most heavily rumoured.

The Englishman would be a top signing for any club given his quality, but his price tag, which is believed to be around £40million, is certainly steep.

With Riznyk said to be the subject of an £8.5m bid from Leeds, it perhaps showcases that the Whites are looking to recruit a goalkeeper from abroad, which can often be the best course of action, given how much more reasonable the fee would be.

Would Riznyk be a good addition for Leeds?

The Whites simply need someone who can keep the ball out of the net more often than not, as straightforward as that sounds.

And Riznyk has demonstrated his ability to do that.

The 27-year-old has a 66.7 per cent save percentage in the Conference League for Shakhtar, having also kept two clean sheets in the six games he has played.

He would be a clear upgrade on the options that Leeds have currently.