Leeds United close to signing international star in key position as fourth arrival for Premier League return
Leeds United Close to Securing Fourth Summer Signing as Left-Back Reinforcement Nears
Leeds United are on the verge of finalizing their fourth signing of the summer transfer window, as the club continues to strengthen the squad ahead of their highly anticipated return to the Premier League.
Having already secured the services of striker Lukas Nmecha and defensive duo Jaka Bijol and Sebastiaan Bornauw, the Whites are now turning their attention to reinforcing the left side of their backline. The departure of Junior Firpo earlier this summer has left a notable gap at left-back, prompting the club to act swiftly in the market to identify a suitable replacement.
According to sources close to the club, Leeds are now closing in on a deal for Swedish international Gabriel Gudmundsson, who currently plays for Ligue 1 side Lille. The 25-year-old is regarded as a dynamic and attack-minded full-back, capable of providing both defensive stability and offensive width—traits that fit well with manager Daniel Farke’s tactical setup.
The Yorkshire Evening Post (YEP) reports that negotiations between Leeds and Lille are at an advanced stage, with only final details remaining before the transfer can be completed. It is understood that Gudmundsson could travel to England as early as tomorrow to undergo a medical and finalize personal terms, should talks progress smoothly over the next 24 hours.
Securing Gudmundsson’s signature would mark another key step in Leeds’ summer rebuild as they prepare for the challenges of top-flight football. His international experience with Sweden, combined with his performances in France’s top division, make him an appealing option to step into the first-choice left-back role at Elland Road.
The deal, if completed, will bring Leeds’ number of new summer arrivals to four—an encouraging sign that the club is backing Farke in the market and fully committed to building a competitive squad capable of holding its own in the Premier League next season.