1. 🔍 Context: Why Leeds Need Wide Reinforcements

Manor Solomon’s Return to Spurs:
Despite towering influence last season—10 goals and 12 assists in 39 Championship matches (including the title-winning goal on May 3, 2025) —Solomon remains at Tottenham. New manager Thomas Frank has opted to keep him for pre-season, ending any realistic permanent return to Leeds this summer .

Farke’s Tactical Blueprint:
Leeds United will operate under a 4‑2‑3‑1 or 4‑3‑3 system emphasizing high pressing, transitional bursts, and wide players who can both carry into space and contribute defensively. Farke places a premium on intelligent movement, technical quality, and high work-rate.

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2. 🧪 Player Profiles: Detailed Scouting

🔵 Jeremie Boga (OGC Nice)

Age: ~27

Position: Primarily left winger; also can play centrally or on the right

Key Traits: Explosive dribbler, adept at drawing fouls and advancing the ball. Experienced in Serie A and Ligue 1.

2024/25 Season:
Minimal output—1 goal, 1 assist in 21 Ligue 1 appearances .

Strengths: Proven pace, ball retention under pressure, versatility across the front line.

Weaknesses: Inconsistent recent form; weak with left foot crosses; not prolific in goal contributions recently; previously prone to injuries.

Market & Interest: Leeds have submitted a reported £13 million bid; Sunderland and Trabzonspor remain interested observers .

🔴 Igor Paixão (Feyenoord)

Age: 24

Position: Left wing / inverted forward; also adapts to attacking midfield roles

2024/25 Output:
16 goals and 10 assists in 34 league matches; 18 goals and 19 assists across all competitions including Champions League contributor with 2 goals and 5 assists .

Style: Direct, dynamic, elite dribbler, consistently high pressing and defensive contributions.

Strengths: Produces at both domestic and European levels; high ceiling potential; matches Farke’s blueprint for energy and creativity.

Weaknesses: Less proven in physically demanding leagues like England; potential adaptation period required.

Interest & Market Price: Leeds have made enquiries; competition from Brighton and Napoli; Feyenoord is demanding around £33 million (€30–35m) for the Brazilian forward . However, Dutch media later suggested no real bids and minimal outgoing interest (per Valentijn Driessen) .

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3. 📊 Detailed Comparison Matrix

Attribute Jeremie Boga Igor Paixão

Age ~27 ~24
2024/25 League Output 1 goal, 1 assist in Ligue 1 16 goals, 10 assists in Eredivisie
All-Competition Output Similar low contribution 18 goals, 19 assists including UCL
Dribbling & Carries Good Elite, top percentile in Europe
Pressing & Defence Moderate High intensity, aggressive work rate
Positional Versatility Wing and inside Wing, second striker, AM role
Tactical Fit Farke Link play, ball-retainer Directness, pressing, goal-threat
Estimated Fee ~£13 m (bid submitted) £30–34 m (Feyenoord holds value)
Market Competition Sunderland, Trabzonspor Brighton, Napoli, potential PL suitors
Transfer Risk Moderate Higher but with bigger upside

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4. 🌐 Recruitment & Strategic Landscape

Leeds’ Summer Strategy:
Promoted back to the Premier League with a potential spend of £100m+, Leeds are strengthening across positions—from goalkeeper (Nick Pope), central midfield (Sean Longstaff), to striker (Rodrigo Muniz, Lukas Nmecha) .

Wider Wing Scouting:
Other possible agents include Dodi Lukebakio (Sevilla), Evann Guessand (Nice), Francisco Trincao (Sporting CP), and even ex-Premier League flair players like Allan Saint-Maximin .

Squad Options:
Internally Leeds have Wilfried Gnonto, who produced 9 goals and 6 assists in 2024/25 and has youth versatility; but he’s likely supplementary rather than a guaranteed starter .

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5. 🚀 Managerial Fit & Integration

Farke Values:

Wide attackers who can switch off and press with intensity.

Technical players comfortable in possession and transitions.

Younger talent that can adapt and grow with the club.

Boga Fit

Brings positional flexibility and experience.

If Leeds need immediate coverage and experience, Boga fits the safer short-term profile.

Works as an inverted winger/lateral ball-carrier but lacks consistent goal-threat.

Paixão Fit

His pressing, dribble penetration, explosive runs, and output align seamlessly with Farke’s system.

Potential to become a key figure who can unlock tight games and provide long-term value/resale.

A higher-risk move due to cost and league adaptation—but higher reward.

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6. 📆 Timing & Competitive Pressure

By mid‑June to early July 2025, Leeds made clear the intention to explore Paixão seriously, with camp meetings held and project presentations delivered to his representatives .

However, Feyenoord’s public stance—via Valentijn Driessen—claimed there was no active interest in selling Paixão, including to Napoli or Leeds, which added uncertainty .

Meanwhile £13m Boga bid is tabled and remains active amid interest from Sunderland and revived interest from Trabzonspor .

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7. 🎯 Strategic Scenarios

✅ Short-Term Focus & Immediate Impact:

Jeremie Boga: Lower-cost solution; capable in the Championship-to-Premier League transition; less demanding adaptation period; pragmatic squad depth and tactical fit in pressing roles.

✅ Long-Term Investment & High Upside:

Igor Paixão: Explosive talismanic winger with European class; dynamic threat who fits Farke’s system and could become a marquee player; represents better resale value and attacking continuity.

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8. 📈 Suggested Leeds United Transfer Strategy
9. Continue Boga pursuit—submit firm offer around £13m and secure him as a reliable back-up or rotation option.
10. Aggressively pursue Paixão—raise bid into region of £30–34m if Leeds truly prioritize attacking upgrade and competitive edge.
11. Prepare for alternatives like Lukebakio, Guessand, or Trincao if Paixão remains unavailable or too costly.
12. Ensure the new winger integrates quickly into pre-season to gel under Farke’s pressing system and transitional style.

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9. ⚽ Projected First XI Options (4‑3‑3 alignment)

Using Paixão:

Nmecha
Gnonto — Paixão — Rutter/Boga
Stach — Gruev
Rodon — Bornauw — Struijk — Gudmundsson
Pope

Using Boga:

Nmecha
Gnonto — Boga — Rutter/Paixão?
Stach — Longstaff
Rodon — Bornauw — Struijk — Mandava
Pope