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Daniel Farke and Leeds United have had a busy summer transfer window as they aim to recover from their Championship play-off disappointment.
The defeat to Southampton pushed the Elland Road leadership to make tough choices, given the financial challenges of another season in the second tier. One significant decision was selling wonderkid Archie Gray to Tottenham Hotspur for £35 million, a move described as ‘heartbreaking’ by the club’s hierarchy.
Gray’s departure isn’t the only one, with Glen Kamara, Diego Llorente, and Robin Koch also leaving since last season ended. While new signings have been made, there remains a strong need for additional reinforcements. What other moves could Farke make before the transfer window closes? Using Football Manager 2024, we predict how the rest of the transfer window might unfold at Elland Road.
Goalkeepers
Leeds saw a change in their goalkeeping lineup with Illan Meslier moving to Marseille for £17 million. To fill the gap, veteran Martin Dubravka joined from Newcastle United on a cut-price deal, competing with former Magpies teammate Karl Darlow for the number one spot.
Farke’s Goalkeeping Options:** Darlow, Cairns, Dubravka
Defenders
No further departures occurred beyond those overseen by Farke in reality, but the virtual Farke added three significant defenders. He signed Dan Ballard from Sunderland for £12 million, took Liverpool’s Nat Phillips on loan, and acquired Paul Dummett on a free transfer.
**Farke’s Defensive Options:** Struijk, Wober, Rodon, Cooper, Ballard, Byram, Bogle, Phillips, Dummett
