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Declan Carr

Thu 21 May 2026 16:10, UK

Noah Okafor has refused to rule out a Leeds United exit.

The Switzerland ace has been one of the brightest players for the Elland Road side this season, notching eight goals and one assist in 28 Premier League matches.

The 25-year-old has played a key part in Daniel Farke’s side, helping them to secure survival and reach the semi-final of the FA Cup.

His future will no doubt come into question after his exploits in the top-flight, and he could get more exposure at the World Cup.

Leeds may struggle to keep hold of Okafor, after his latest comments on his future came to light.

What did Okafor say about his future?

Leeds will fear interest in Okafor this summer, and a transfer could be a possibility in the near future.

Bild’s Stammplatz podcast revealed that clubs in England and Germany are keeping an eye on the Whites ace.

When pressed about that, Okafor responded that he would leave his future in the hands of his agency, You First.

Speaking on 20 May, he said: “I’m incredibly happy in Leeds and very grateful for everything they’ve made possible for me there.

“Yes, I’m a Leeds player, and everything that comes or will come in the future is my agency’s responsibility. We’ll see what happens.”

Why Leeds should be worried about Okafor’s comments

Okafor is contracted to the Whites for another three years, as he signed a four-year deal when he signed for the LS11 club in an £18million deal.

His deal runs until 2029, so in theory, the Peacocks have security when it comes to his future, but his latest comments do not inspire confidence.

The line about it being his agency’s responsibility and we’ll see should worry Peacocks supporters about his intentions for a possible exit, perhaps, sooner rather than later.

He has firmly left the door open, rather than slamming it shut, which could be bad news for Farke’s side’s hopes of keeping him around, for the new season.

He will be at the World Cup with Switzerland, and that could put eyes on him and increase the number of suitors that he has, a list that seems to already be growing.

Farke and Co will be hoping to keep hold and build around the former AC Milan man, but it may be a challenge too far, given the fact that he clearly is not ruling anything out at this stage.