It’s been made very clear where Leeds United will begin to spend their large transfer budget this summer.
Transfers will surely begin to come to fruition this window as Leeds fans are in for an exciting few months.
This is purely going off the ownership who are stating that Leeds will spend £150m this window.
Now, for the 49ers, it’s time to put that statement into action, as many targets are beginning to be mooted with a move to Elland Road.
But after Leeds want four priority signings, which are a goalkeeper, a centre-back, a central midfielder, and a striker, the first four transfers are obvious.
Goalkeeper – Nick Pope
With the report suggesting that Leeds are spending £120m on each of these four players, Nick Pope could be a bargain at £10m.
The Newcastle United shot-stopper will fill the void of Illan Meslier who is bound to exit Leeds, and Daniel Farke will be eager for Premier League experience in between the sticks.
Pope will be facing plenty of shots this season, and is not a stranger to making wonder saves in the top flight.
Having experience for England as well helps Farke’s reasoning to go for the Newcastle number one, who has been a success on Tyneside.
Pope has been backed for Leeds, and it seems the perfect move for all parties, with Newcastle looking to sign James Trafford.
Centre-back – Jaka Bijol
This name might be all too familiar with Leeds fans, but Jaka Bijol should definitely be a centre-back the Whites go for.
Previously on LeedsUnited.News we’ve suggested Bijol as the perfect option for Leeds, and it’s clear to see why through his leadership and brilliant numbers at Udinese.
The 6’3 Slovenian would immediately catch the eye of Premier League watchers, and he could be the perfect defender for Leeds to have in a relegation battle.
Bijol would suit Farke’s lineup to a tee, and the hierarchy should certainly look into the possibility of him signing, especially with Bijol announcing he wants to leave Italy for a new challenge (Telefriuli).
Midfielder – Gustavo Hamer
Everyone saw this coming, and it’s clear why.
Gustavo Hamer could be a season-defining signing, as the Sheffield United star is regarded as one of the best players in the Championship and is certainly at Premier League level.
Sheffield are resigned to losing Hamer, and Leeds are ready to pounce on his signature, as Farke will need players who can create something out of nothing.
The Whites have many advantages with Hamer, so it brings more reason why a deal for the Dutchman would be easy to do.
For just £20m/30m, it could be one of the bargain signings of the summer, and Farke will no doubt be hoping to get a deal done quickly with Everton also snooping.
Striker – Tammy Abraham
Finally, it’s the frontman, and Leeds seem to be in desperate need for one.
Even though Joel Piroe notched up 19 goals and won the Championship golden boot, this included a nine-game streak without scoring, which will be a worrying sign for Farke.
Therefore, Tammy Abraham should be the striker Leeds should sign.
Although it’s very ambitious, Fabrizio Romano has opened the door to Leeds signing Abraham, which makes this deal justifiable.
The 27-year-old is a top striker, and after netting 21 goals in the Premier League with Chelsea, he would be a gem to have in the top flight, but it’s his scoring in big moments that can help Leeds in their pursuit of survival.
Even though it’s unclear where his future lies with a return to Roma this summer, he’s a serious threat, and with Abraham valued at just £21m, this should be the number one priority this summer.
