Leeds United Plot Surprise Double Midfield Swoop: £50,000-a-Week Star Could Join Phillips at Elland Road

179 Leeds United are now back in the Premier League and are already planning big changes. The Whites want to sign a few new faces, and one of the names on their list is Newcastle United’s midfielder Sean Longstaff. Longstaff, 26, has played over 170 times in the Premier League and knows how to handle top-level football. He’s been with Newcastle for years, but his contract is running out next year. That means he could leave this summer for a good price, and Leeds are keen to grab the chance.

Club Owners vs Farke: Different Ideas

Reports say the Leeds board and manager Daniel Farke are not seeing eye to eye on transfer plans. The club’s owners want to use data to find new players. They like to look at stats and numbers. But Farke wants players with experience, footballers who have already played tough games and know the pressure of the Premier League. Sean Longstaff is one of those battle-ready players Farke might like. He doesn’t score many goals, but he runs hard, defends well, and always gives his best for the team. That kind of attitude could help Leeds stay up next season.

Leeds May Have to Spend Smart

Because of money rules in the league, Leeds can’t just spend big. They need to be smart and pick the right players. That’s why someone like Longstaff, who might be available at a lower price due to his contract, is a clever option. He earns around £50,000 a week at Newcastle, which is a lot, but not too high for a top midfielder in the Premier League.

Questions Over Farke’s Future

There are even talks inside Leeds about whether Daniel Farke should stay. Some people in the club are not sure if he’s the right man to lead them next season. Farke had bad luck with Norwich in the top flight, and that’s making some fans and bosses nervous. Still, Farke got Leeds promoted and knows the Championship very well. If he gets the kind of strong players he wants, like Longstaff, he might prove everyone wrong. For more Leeds United news, gear and match updates, follow us on Facebook or join our brand new WhatsApp Channel for instant updates directly to your phone.