Terms agreed with Elvedi

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Terms agreed with Elvedi

Leeds United are poised to bolster their back line with the imminent arrival of Switzerland international Nico Elvedi from Borussia Mönchengladbach. The 29‑year‑old centre‑back, who impressed on the world stage at this summer's World Cup, is expected to complete a £8.2 million transfer that will see him join the Whites ahead of the trip to Nottingham Forest next weekend. Elvedi played under Daniel Farke during the 2022‑23 Bundesliga season, so he knows exactly the type of player he's bringing in..

Having amassed 364 appearances for Mönchengladbach since his 2015 arrival, Elvedi brings a wealth of experience to Elland Road. His contract with the German side has less than a year remaining, giving Leeds the opportunity to secure a seasoned defender at what many consider a bargain price. The transfer also clears the way for Sebastiaan Bornauw to depart on a season‑long loan to Hamburg, with an option to buy valued between £6 million and £7 million, further balancing the squad’s roster and financial outlook.

Will Leeds entertain Marseille's late interest in Perri

French giants Olympique Marseille have entered the fray to thwart the prospective transfer of Brazilian goalkeeper Lucas Perri from Torino, a move that the Italian side have been waiting patiently to complete. Leeds and Torino struck a verbal understanding that Perri would join the Serie A side on loan potentially with a €12m option to buy once James Trafford’s permanent switch to Elland Road was confirmed.

A minor knock to the shot‑stopper delayed the paperwork, leaving the deal in limbo just as Marseille began scouting for a new shot-stopper. The Phocéens’ urgency stems from a pressing financial situation: after cashing in veteran French international Gerónimo Rulli to Manchester City, Marseille now view Perri as a cost‑effective alternative who could step straight into the starting XI. For Leeds, the situation presents a intriguing twist.

The Whites have long admired Marseille's versatile winger Igor Paixao, valuing him at roughly £30 million; a deal that sends Paixao north while bringing Perri south could satisfy both clubs’ needs. Marseille would not only recoup a solid fee for their talisman but also acquire a competent goalkeeper, turning a difficult financial spot into an opportunity. If the swap materialises, Leeds would smash through the £100 million spending ceiling for the current season, while adding five quality upgrades over last season’s squad