Last Updated: March 25, 2026 | 09:20 GMT
What Leeds United transfer targets are emerging for summer – and who could go?
While the immediate focus at Elland Road is firmly on Premier League survival, the recruitment team behind the scenes is already laying the groundwork for a transformative summer. A key area of attention is the goalkeeping department, with Lucas Perri a possible big-name exit already.
Leeds remain keen on other options, such as Braga’s Lukas Hornicek, and see him as a potential long-term solution between the posts, but much will depend on whether a viable structure can be found to bring him to West Yorkshire.
However, the ambition doesn’t stop there. Leeds scouts have been spotted across the continent in recent weeks – from the Eredivisie to Ligue 1 – monitoring a select group of elite European prospects. The goal is clear: provide Daniel Farke with the quality players needed to transition from relegation battlers to top-half mainstays – assuming the Whites stay up.
With Red Bull’s growing influence in the boardroom potentially opening doors to the next generation of global talent, the 2026 summer window is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious in the club’s modern history.
Scout Report: Why Hidemasa Morita move makes sense
- A technically secure, press-resistant midfielder who excels in tight spaces and under pressure.
- Morita is known for his intelligent positioning, composure in possession, and ability to progress the ball through midfield, making him well suited to a possession-based system.
- He also contributes defensively with strong anticipation and work rate, offering Leeds a reliable balance between control and ball-winning ability.
- Viewed as a player who can add structure and stability in the centre of the pitch, while also raising the overall technical level of the squad.
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