Leeds United find themselves comfortably seated in the top three positions in the Championship, marking a successful return to the league after a three-year absence. The team, under the management of Daniel Farke, is in contention for automatic promotion alongside Leicester City and Ipswich Town. While the focus remains on the current season, preparations for the next one are already underway, with crucial decisions to be made regarding the future of several first-team players.
The club showed significant activity in the transfer market last summer and made effective moves in January to offload fringe players, either on loan or permanently. As the wage bill continues to be trimmed, Leeds faces the possibility of bidding farewell to numerous players at the end of the campaign, including some key members who played vital roles in securing promotion three years ago.
One departure has already been confirmed, with Robin Koch set to join Eintracht Frankfurt on a pre-contract agreement. As discussions continue, a number of Leeds players are approaching the end of their contracts, potentially following Koch to Germany if new terms are not agreed.
Among those likely to depart are full-backs, with Byram standing out as a consistent performer since his return from Norwich City. The future of long-serving captain Cooper remains uncertain, as younger players like Struijk and Ampadu have taken on leadership roles. Dallas, a fan favorite, faces uncertain prospects due to a recent injury setback, while Drameh’s lack of impact could see him leave Leeds for good.
Ayling, another familiar face at Elland Road, seems to be moving towards an exit, as the club explores alternative options. Poveda, who struggled to make an impact on loan spells, is also likely to seek opportunities elsewhere. Shackleton’s future at Leeds is also in question, as the team evaluates its squad for the upcoming season.
