🔷 Anton Stach – Deal Almost Final, Medical Next
✅ Current Status:
Leeds have agreed a fee of £17.3 million plus add-ons with Hoffenheim, with personal terms already in place .
A medical is seen as a formality: no red flags expected, according to a leading sports medicine expert (Dr Rajpal Brar) .
🧠 Why It Matters:
Stach is viewed as a versatile, high‑intelligence midfielder—capable in defensive, box‑to‑box, or deep roles—and will enhance Leeds’ midfield structure .
His signing would mark Leeds’ sixth confirmed addition, following Nmecha, Bijol, Bornauw, Gudmundsson, and Longstaff .
🔮 What’s Next:
A medical is expected imminently, with a four‑year contract likely until 2029.
Fans are already hailing this as a potential “game changer” in the heart of midfield .
🇧🇷 Igor Paixão – High-Profile Target, Marseille Race Intensifies
⚙️ Current Negotiations:
Leeds made contact early June, with Feyenoord reportedly demanding around £33 million—now considered non-negotiable .
Marseille are pressing ahead with offers (~€28–29 million), but Leeds reportedly have the financial muscle and appeal of Premier League football to gain the edge .
Media reports claim Marseille were left “in tears” after seeing Leeds emerge with the upper hand following more recent strategic moves .
⚠️ Potential Complicating Factor:
Paixão is thought to have picked up a minor knock, meaning any agreement may include structured payments or conditional terms based on fitness .
🚀 Why Leeds Need Him:
With Feyenoord time-tested and creative, Leeds see him as a dynamic attacking threat capable of filling the gap left by departed wide-talents.
If Marseille can’t match Leeds financially, the lure of regular Premier League starts could tip the balance .
⚽ Marc Guiu – Loan Link Re-emerges Amid Chelsea Uncertainty
🔁 Transfer Landscape:
Interest from Leeds, Ipswich, West Brom, Burnley, and Middlesbrough has been reported, though some reports say Chelsea favors PL-loan only or retention .
Guiu has reportedly rejected moves to the Championship, feeling that a second-tier loan could stall his development. He may prefer a loan closer to Spain or remain at Chelsea under Maresca’s guidance .
📊 Performance & Situation:
Despite scoring six Conference League goals in six games, Guiu made just three Premier League appearances (all off the bench) in 2024–25 .
Enzo Maresca has indicated the 19-year-old is improving and increasing his readiness—but squad competition is fierce following arrivals like Liam Delap (£30m) and João Pedro (£70m) .
🧠 Why Leeds Are Interested:
Leeds lack depth behind Lukas Nmecha—with Patrick Bamford officially out of Farke’s plans and Mateo Joseph’s future uncertain .
Guiu would offer youthful physicality and scoring instinct, with potential upside if deployed smartly off the bench or in rotation.
📌 Midfielder, Winger & Striker: Leeds’ Transfer Blueprint
Summary Table
Player Position Status Fee / Deal Type
Anton Stach Midfielder Agreed fee & personal terms; medical next £17.3 m + add‑ons
Igor Paixão Winger In advanced talks; chasing Marseille tie‑up ~£30–33 m expected
Marc Guiu Striker Loan interest; player reluctant on Champ. move Loan (possible option to buy)
🔍 Broader Transfer Context & What Lies Ahead
Leeds are actively reshaping their squad to be Premier League ready, blending experienced midfield grit (Stach) and attacking dynamism (Paixão), while also considering youthful cover up front (Guiu).
With Patrick Bamford confirmed to be off the wage bill, pressure rises to secure reliable striking options before the season begins .
Leeds may also seek to further strengthen with right-back depth or cover at centre-forward, possibly targeting an established option if Callum Wilson (free agent) is viable via pay-as-you-play terms .
🔮 What to Expect Next
Anton Stach: Medical could be conducted within days; expect a formal introduction soon.
Igor Paixão: Negotiations may hinge on Leeds’ bid structure and time sensitivity—final terms likely to crystalize this week.
Marc Guiu: Outcome will hinge on whether Chelsea permit a loan, and where Guiu is willing to go—Leeds still monitoring but player may prefer non-Championship path.
Leeds United appear to be executing a multi-phase recruitment strategy: a blend of security, ambition, and short-term planning. With pre-season well under way, decisions on these three will define their rebuilt identity and competitiveness for the upcoming Premier League campaign.
Let me know if you’d like squad projections, a tactic-based preview for Farke’s vision, or wished-for future targets like an additional right-back or striker option.