Leeds United must make several transfer choices during the upcoming summer transfer window.
Regardless of Leeds United’s division next season, preparations for the summer transfer window are already underway. Contingency plans are being drafted for both scenarios, whether Leeds remains in the Premier League or drops to the Championship. The outcome of the season will dictate the club’s course of action.
One of the pivotal decisions to be made revolves around the future of players who were loaned out this season. Among them is Jack Harrison, who, despite being on the brink of leaving the club, opted to extend his contract at Elland Road. He subsequently joined Everton on loan in the summer to continue playing in the Premier League.
Reports now suggest that the midfielder is eager to secure a permanent move to Goodison Park. This leaves Leeds facing a crucial decision, particularly if they secure promotion back to the Premier League next season.
The club might hesitate to strengthen what they perceive as a rival, especially if Everton maintains their Premier League status this season. Additionally, Everton’s financial constraints under the Premier League’s regulations might limit their ability to offer a substantial fee to sway Leeds.
Harrison has been a consistent performer for Everton this season, netting three goals in 20 league appearances. If Leeds opt to block a potential summer transfer, they could find themselves dealing with an unsettled player.
Harrison may not be the only player in a similar predicament when the summer transfer window opens. Defender Max Wober, who joined Borussia Monchengladbach on loan in the summer, has been a regular presence in the Bundesliga. If Leeds secure promotion, they might consider recalling the Austrian, who still has three years left on his contract at Elland Road.
Similarly, attacking midfielder Brenden Aaronson has been enjoying regular game time in the Bundesliga since joining Union Berlin on loan. Meanwhile, right-back Rasmus Kristensen is currently on loan at AS Roma.
All three players are under contract until 2027, giving Leeds the option to either sell them in the upcoming summer transfer window or reintegrate them into the squad. Additionally, Marc Roca and Diego Llorente, both contracted until 2026, are currently on loan with Real Betis and AS Roma, respectively.
Two other players currently out on loan, Sam Greenwood and Darko Gyabi, will return to the club upon the completion of their loan spells. Greenwood is with Championship side Middlesbrough, while Gyabi is with Plymouth Argyle.
Furthermore, Leeds will need to address the situation of players returning from loan whose contracts are expiring. All three players are currently loaned out to other Championship sides: Cody Drameh with Birmingham City, Luke Ayling with Middlesbrough, and Ian Poveda with Sheffield Wednesday.
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