Leeds United have the opportunity to take advantage of the relegated teams from the Premier League to sign some talented players at a low cost during the upcoming summer transfer window.
The excitement of promotion has started to fade as Leeds United begin preparations for the upcoming season. Despite the millions spent by Leicester City, Ipswich Town, and Southampton, all three teams are headed straight back down to the lower division.
As Leeds United looks to survive in the Premier League, it will require a strategic approach to recruitment. Daniel Farke has emphasized the importance of making top-class decisions for the new campaign.
While the relegated teams might be among the worst in Premier League history, they still have talented players who could benefit Leeds United. Here are five players from the relegated teams that Leeds should consider signing this summer:
- Julio Enciso, the young Paraguayan talent from Ipswich, who showed promise despite the team’s struggles.
- Kyle Walker-Peters, an experienced full-back who could be a valuable addition to Leeds’ defense.
- Kalvin Phillips, the returning midfielder who could potentially revive his career at his former club.
- Facundo Buonanotte, the South American playmaker on loan from Brighton who has impressed despite being in a relegated team.
- Luke Thomas, a defensive-minded full-back from Leicester City who could provide solidity to Leeds’ backline.
By making smart signings and bolstering their squad with talented players, Leeds United can position themselves well for the challenges ahead in the Premier League.
The relegated squads are packed with talent on paper, even if that talent didn’t quite shine on the field for various reasons.
While it might not be wise to build an entire team of relegated players, there are still gems to be found among the wreckage of these struggling sides.
Wilfred Ndidi stands out as a top midfield option, surpassing even Kalvin Phillips, although his high wages could be a deterrent. Other Leicester players like Kasey McAtee, the recently released Jamie Vardy, Abdul Fatawu, and Oliver Skipp – a player highly regarded by Farke – could also be attractive prospects.
Alex Palmer has impressed as a goalkeeper for Ipswich, and players like Jack Clarke, Omari Hutchinson, Jacob Graves, and Leif Davis have all shown glimpses of their quality at the top level this season.
Leeds United have a wealth of options to consider in the upcoming transfer window, with plenty of talent available from the relegated teams to strengthen their squad for the challenges of the Premier League.
