Leeds United manager Daniel Farke has identified two key positions that he wants to strengthen before the end of the summer transfer window. Despite a 4-1 friendly win over Hannover, Farke is keen to add depth to his squad, particularly in central midfield and at full-back.
Farke acknowledged that the loss of Archie Gray and Glen Kamara has left Leeds short in midfield, and while Joe Rothwell’s arrival has added quality, he is not a like-for-like replacement for Kamara. Farke is determined to bring in another midfielder who can provide goals, ball-carrying ability, and quality set-pieces.
In addition to midfield, Farke is also looking to strengthen at full-back, where Leeds have lost Connor Roberts, Gray, and Jamie Shackleton. The signing of Jayden Bogle has addressed the right-back position, but Farke believes another full-back is needed to provide depth and competition.
Farke emphasized that any new signings must meet specific criteria, including quality, personality, and affordability. He is willing to wait until the end of the transfer window to ensure that the right players are brought in.
The Leeds United manager’s comments suggest that the club is still active in the transfer market and is looking to make strategic signings to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season. With the addition of Rothwell and Bogle, Leeds have already made significant progress, but Farke’s comments indicate that there is still work to be done.