49ers have Leeds on course for European return as £52.3m transfer development emerges
Leeds have had a more than solid start to their Premier League campaign and currently sit comfortably mid-table.
Leeds were denied a really good win in their 2-2 draw with Bournemouth on Saturday, maintaining their unbeaten home start to the season.
Daniel Farke will be happy with his side’s start to the Premier League season, but will know that there’s a long way to go and things can change quickly.
Leeds’ summer signings have already had a big impact on the side, but fans know further investment may be needed to help secure Premier League survival.
Leeds an ‘interested party’ in Brazilian starlet
Sean Longstaff has been brilliant for Leeds in the middle of the park and grabbed his first Whites goal against Bournemouth.
Anton Stach has also really impressed alongside him, with his gorgeous free-kick against Leeds being particularly eye-catching.
Leeds are still looking to add to their midfield ranks, however, with reports from across the Atlantic revealing their latest target.
Correio de Povo in Brazil are reporting that Leeds are interested in Internacional midfielder Gustavo Prado.
The 20-year-old is also attracting interest from Stuttgart and Atalanta, with Leeds facing some real competition for the youngster.
The Brazilian is set to feature for his country in the Under-20 World Cup, where Leeds fans may get a closer look at the transfer target.
49ers show Leeds ambition with latest transfer news
The Prado news should be encouraging for Leeds fans as it shows the ambition of the 49ers ownership group.
Competing with the likes of Stuttgart and Atalanta, two teams who have played Champions League football in the last few years, is nothing but good news.
- Gustavo Prado has played 13 times for Internacional, scoring once
- He has featured seven times for Brazil’s U-20 side
- Prado was part of the Brazil side that won the 2025 South American U-20 Championship
- Sporting News reports his release clause at Internacional is £52.3million
Paraag Marathe is going directly to South America for up-and-coming talent such as Prado, showing that Leeds is joining Europe’s elite in their scouting.
If Leeds can continue with this type of smart recruitment, Elland Road may be in store for more famous European nights in the future.
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