Despite his standout form in West Yorkshire, Anton Stach is not currently in line for a contract extension at Leeds United.
According to TEAMtalk, the club is under no immediate pressure to offer the German midfielder fresh terms, as his existing deal runs until June 2029. While his impressive performances at Elland Road have certainly caught the eye, 49ers Enterprises currently have more pressing contractual issues to address in the LS11 boardroom.
49ers Enterprises’ Summer Priorities
The hierarchy at Leeds is facing a significant backlog of contract negotiations. Several key players will enter the final year of their deals at the end of the current campaign, forcing the club to act quickly to avoid losing valuable assets on the cheap.
The priority list for renewals includes:
- Pascal Struijk & Ethan Ampadu: Viewed as the club’s most valuable stars, securing their long-term futures is considered the top priority.
- Ilia Gruev & Brenden Aaronson: Leeds will likely look to protect their market value, even if their roles in the starting XI fluctuate.
- Joel Piroe & Lukas Nmecha: Both strikers are also approaching the final 12 months of their agreements.
While the Surinamese international Struijk has seen his playing time reduced under Daniel Farke recently, the club still views the core of this group as essential to their long-term project—especially if they can secure their Premier League status.
The Free Agent Dilemma and the Goalkeeper Situation
Beyond the players with one year remaining, Farke is dealing with several individuals whose contracts expire this coming summer. While the club appears comfortable letting Alex Cairns, Illan Meslier, and Sam Byram depart as free agents, the situation between the posts is particularly urgent.
Karl Darlow has emerged as a vital figure for the Whites. Following the struggles of Lucas Perri, the Wales international has claimed the number-one spot, earning the full trust of his manager. Given his current importance to the starting lineup, Leeds is expected to prioritize a new deal for Darlow to ensure they don’t lose their primary goalkeeper for nothing in a few months.
