Sport nationIsaac Schmidt Reveals He Rejected Bundesliga Clubs to Join Leeds United
Leeds United’s deadline-day signing, Isaac Schmidt, has revealed that he turned down offers from top-flight clubs, including Bundesliga teams, to join the Whites.
According to Schmidt’s agent, Steven Lang, the 24-year-old full-back was attracted to Leeds’ rich history and tradition. Lang told LeedsLive that Schmidt saw the move to England as a great opportunity, citing the club’s prestige as a major factor.
“Other clubs were interested, including Bundesliga clubs, but Leeds are a club with tradition and a rich history,” Lang said. “For us, it was clear that joining Leeds and moving to England was a great opportunity for Isaac. The project perfectly matched what we were looking for, so we didn’t hesitate.”
Schmidt joined Leeds from Swiss club St Gallen, where he impressed in the Europa Conference League qualifiers. His performances helped St Gallen secure a spot in the group stages, with a notable goal against Trabzonspor.
Despite being signed on deadline day, Schmidt has yet to make his debut for Leeds. He watched from the bench as the team lost to Burnley, with manager Daniel Farke opting for caution in his substitutions.
However, Schmidt is likely to feature in the upcoming match against Cardiff, and Leeds fans will be eager to see him in action. The signing of Schmidt has bolstered Leeds’ squad, addressing key gaps after the departures of several players in July and August.
Lang believes that Leeds is the perfect platform for Schmidt to showcase his skills and help the club achieve its goal of returning to the Premier League. “Leeds are a great club that must return to the Premier League,” he added.
With Schmidt on board, Leeds United will be looking to strengthen their push for promotion. Will he make an immediate impact, or will it take time for him to settle into the team? Only time will tell.
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