Leeds reaches agreement with Newcastle for Longstaff

Leeds has reached an agreement with Newcastle for midfielder Sean Longstaff.

Leeds agrees fee for Sean Longstaff from Newcastle

Leeds United has confirmed a transfer fee exceeding £12m with Newcastle for midfielder Sean Longstaff. The 27-year-old player has one year left on his contract at Newcastle, where he developed through their youth academy. Leeds previously had three offers rejected for Longstaff, with their last proposal totaling £12m including add-ons. Last season, Longstaff made 32 appearances for Newcastle, helping the club secure a domestic trophy after a 70-year wait. This transfer marks Longstaff as Leeds' fifth acquisition this summer, following earlier signings including Sebastiaan Bornauw and Lukas Nmecha.

This transfer illustrates Leeds United’s commitment to strengthening their squad after promotion to the Premier League. Sean Longstaff’s experience is likely to be invaluable as the team navigates the challenges of top-flight football. However, with multiple rejected bids, it indicates that negotiations can be complex, reflecting both the market dynamics and Newcastle's desire to maximize their asset's value. This move might also signal ongoing shifts in player market strategies as clubs prepare for the evolving landscape after the summer transfer window.

Highlights

Leeds will aim to leverage Longstaff's experience as they return to the Premier League stage.