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Jonny Buchan
BBC Radio Leeds

The 1-1 draw against Villarreal wasn't the most thrilling of games to get the Elland Road crowd enthralled ahead of the slog of the Premier League.

There were four home debuts for the thirty five thousand plus in attendance to keep an eye on from the start with full-back Gabriel Gudmundsson, midfielders Anton Stach and Sean Longstaff, and forward Lukas Nmecha all selected by Daniel Farke.

Stach and Longstaff offered glimmers of quality, with the Swedish defender Gudmundsson proving he will be an attacking option over the next 10 months.

Birthday boy Joel Piroe scored the whites only goal, and when reporters spoke to last season's Championship golden boot winner afterwards he explained he is more than happy to fight for his place in the side with likely competition arriving in the coming weeks.

There were some notable absentees from the matchday squad, which at this time of year always causes a ripple of concern through the Elland Road stands.

Dan James and Jayden Bogle were the most concerning but Farke confirmed injuries to both.

Injury for new goalkeeper Lucas Perri meant he missed out and the same was said for winger Jack Harrison, who only a fortnight ago was challenged by the boss to win the fans' trust back.

With just over a fortnight to go until Everton come to West Yorkshire it is fair to say attacking reinforcements are vitally needed, with Farke stating as much.

That is also shown by the fact that almost the biggest roar of the day was of course for 16-year-old Harry Gray. He will be hoping to have some Premier League involvement next season, maybe even against his brother when Leeds face Spurs in just over two months' time.

On Monday, we asked you to tell us why you fell in love with Leeds and some of your favourite moments supporting them.

You have already been getting in touch with your photos and stories and here is just a taste from Andy:

One of the youngest of many cousins, born in Hull 1971 but my dad was not a big footy fan. Most of the cousins supported Liverpool.

If I was a good boy on holiday in Scarborough, I would get the Leeds kit and my dad now follows Leeds because of me.

I am now a season ticket holder but am lucky enough to have been to Madrid, Valencia, Stockport and Leyton Orient.

So join the conversation and send your best photos about why you love Leeds.

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Tom McCoy
BBC Sport journalist

Newcastle are the latest club linked with Fulham striker Rodrigo Muniz, who is also being linked with Leeds and Atalanta. The 24-year-old has struggled to nail down a starting spot at Craven Cottage, often playing second fiddle to Raul Jimenez over the past two seasons.

But he has attracted attention from potential suitors by making the most of limited opportunities. The Brazilian opened his Premier League account in a 2-2 draw at Burnley in February 2024, the first of 17 top-flight goals in the space of 16 months.

During this time he averages a goal every 128 minutes, the sixth best record in the competition. The only players to post better figures are Alexander Isak, Erling Haaland and Mohamed Salah – arguably the league's three best forwards – plus Jhon Duran and Richarlison, both of whom mainly profited as impact substitutes.

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Muniz has proved himself a clinical finisher over this period, outperforming his expected goals tally by 3.46, while also excelling in the air. Though hardly a giant at 6ft 1in, he has won an average of five aerial duels per 90 minutes since February 2024, the fourth best record of any players to appear regularly in the top flight.

Leeds have repeatedly targeted tall players this summer and Muniz's physicality could be a real asset to the newly promoted side. Winning a starting role at Newcastle or Atalanta may prove more challenging, but those clubs could offer the enticing prospect of Champions League football.

However, Fulham have yet to sign an outfield player this summer and they may be reluctant to let Muniz move on without first having a replacement lined up.

Jonathan Buchan
BBC Radio Leeds Sports Editor

Goalkeeper Lucas Perri is the latest addition to Leeds United's defensive ranks and joins a pretty full-looking goalkeeping department.

Which means one thing. Someone will leave.

The new man comes expecting to be first choice and with some billing. Back in February, his coach at Lyon, Paulo Fonseca, called the Brazilian 'the strongest goalkeeper in the world' after an impressive display against Marseille.

At one stage, some might have felt that tag could, down the line, have been used for Illan Meslier. However he now looks the most obvious option to depart.

Sadly, for the Frenchman statistics such as becoming the youngest ever goalkeeper to keep 10 Premier League clean sheets, have been outweighed by numerous monumental errors over the past 12 months.

Regular listeners to our podcast 'Don't Go To Bed Just Yet' will know I have long defended the 25-year-old.

However, on episode 135 even my faith began to wobble following his display in the 3-3 draw at Hull. Daniel Farke's support, at that time, remained steadfast as it would be over two months before further errors against Swansea saw Karl Darlow given the nod at Kenilworth Road.

The Welshman performed well when called upon, but he will surely now find himself back in the unique supporting role of a back-up stopper.

Alex Cairns is the fourth currently on the books and, like Darlow is classed as a homegrown player. Add to that him being a local lad who isn't expecting to play and you have an ideal third choice.

If Meslier is the one to seek pastures new I would add just one thing…a hefty sell-on clause…just in case!

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Simon Rix of the Kaiser Chiefs spoke about Leeds summer recruitment on the Don't Go To Bed Just Yet podcast.

He reckons there are still a number of areas to address with a month of the window left: "So far, the business seems really good but it feels obvious where the gaps are. We - and the club - know where they are.

"I think the most worrying area is cover for full-back. If either [Jayden] Bogle or [Gabriel] Gudmundsson get injured, it is Sam Byram in both places, which is a bit of a worry. Having someone else in that area, which is difficult to recruit for as a back-up, is something we need to happen.

"We were sceptical about this being an inexperienced team attempting arguably the most difficult job in football. They seem to be landing the targets but not spending loads of money."

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Manchester City and England midfielder Kalvin Phillips, 29, wants a return to boyhood club Leeds United. (Football Insider), external

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Jonny Buchan and Kaiser Chiefs bassist Simon Rix discuss the arrival of new goalkeeper Lucas Perri and ask what it means for Illan Meslier.

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Leeds have missed out on Igor Paixao, 25, despite lodging an improved second bid with Feyenoord as the Brazilian winger looks set to join Marseille. (Fabrizio Romano, external)

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There is something unique about a football fan's love for their club.

As once said by the great Arrigo Sacchi: "Football is the most important of the least important things in life".

Tears of joy - and heartbreak. Friendships forged. Memories that last a lifetime.

Sometimes it is there from the beginning, sometimes a moment is what starts it all or takes it to another level.

Wherever it comes from, the love for a club is often there for life.

As a new season edges closer, we want to know why you love Leeds.

When was the moment it all began?

What is your most special memory?

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Leeds have made a second bid of £28m for Feyenoord's 25-year-old Brazilian winger Igor Paixao. (L'Equipe - in French), external

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We asked for your views on whether Leeds United's latest summer addition Lucas Perri is an upgrade on Illan Meslier and whether he will be able to step up as Daniel Farke's number one this season.

Here are some of your replies:

Law: Fantastic news! I've stood by Meslier through thick and thin, as he has always had potential, but unfortunately something had to change. From what I've seen, Perri seems a fantastic new signing. Hopefully he can push on for us and then challenge for the Brazil number one shirt.

Stephen: Class is permanent, form is temporary. While nobody will argue against the fact that Meslier lost form last season, he remains a talented goalkeeper with close to 100 Premier League games under his belt and over 200 games for Leeds. To let someone of that pedigree go relatively cheaply is likely to bite us back in the future, particularly if he moves to an English rival. I'm sure that Perri will be a welcome addition to the squad, however I'm not so sure that this should be at the expense of Meslier.

Danny: Outstanding signing. He is worth points by himself with the performances I've seen. Go all out now and sign the two fellow Brazilians that we're in for.

Simon: He looks like another decent signing. 6ft 5in but broader than Meslier. I just hope he is a box dominator because that has been Meslier's major area of weakness.

Andy: I would actually keep Meslier. Perri might be the challenge he needs to drive himself back to his best, but he is also a better second choice goalkeeper than Karl Darlow, who will keep Perri on his toes.

Gary: Brilliant signing. I just hope he is allowed to distribute the ball like he does in the videos I've seen. It will stop putting our defenders under pressure and get us on the attack faster. We just need a striker and that is us ready for the new season. Well done to the board for backing the manager and keeping their word.

Sophie Brown
BBC Sport journalist

A new goalkeeper was high on the transfer wishlist for Leeds United, and now 6ft 5in Lucas Perri has been brought in from Lyon as as their seventh summer signing.

Frenchman Illan Meslier has been Leeds' first-choice keeper for the past five seasons, but his tenure in goal has been marked by a string of high-profile errors.

He was dropped by Sam Allardyce at the end of their most recent Premier League campaign in 2023, and also lost his place to Karl Darlow for the final seven matches of last season.

Perri played in his native Brazil until joining Lyon in January 2024, although he did have a brief loan spell with Crystal Palace in 2019 (but didn't make an appearance).

The 27-year-old kept 10 clean sheets in Ligue 1 last season and should bring some defensive confidence to the Leeds defence. He is famed for his lengthy throws but can also play the ball out with his feet, with his passing accuracy 6% better than Meslier's.

Leeds United's newest signing Lucas Perri says he feels "amazing" after completing a move from Ligue 1 side Lyon to the newly-promoted Premier League club.

The 27-year-old goalkeeper has penned a four-year contract with the Whites, becoming manager Daniel Farke's seventh summer addition.

Perri was a regular at Lyon last season, making 45 appearances in all competitions and keeping 13 clean sheets as the French side secured Europa League football for 2025-26.

"It is a great thing to be here," Perri told LUTV, external. "I feel amazing. It is incredible. It is a dream come true.

"When I first heard that the interest could be something serious and actually happen, I started to look for videos of the stadium, the atmosphere, the games and the highlights of the matches.

"It was a really exciting moment for me. I was really glad that the club showed interest. I am very happy to sign here.

"I think it is a great challenge for me - a great opportunity. I am really happy and focused to be my best version here.

"One of the most important things as a goalkeeper is to transmit a sense of trust and security. The calmness that the players, the fans, the staff need - everybody [should be able to] look at me in goal and feel safe, feel calm."

What do you make of the signing?

Is Perri an upgrade on Illan Meslier?

And is he the answer to Leeds' needs in goal?

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Leeds United have agreed a deal with Lyon for goalkeeper Lucas Perri worth £15.6m, with the 27-year-old Brazilian expected to have a medical at the Whites' pre-season training camp in Germany. (Mail), external

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Talks between Marseille and Feyenoord for Leeds United target Igor Paixao are at a standstill after the French club's £24m bid fell short of the asking price. (RMC - in French), external.

The Whites now retain hope of signing the 25-year-old Brazilian winger. (Yorkshire Evening Post), external

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Jonathan Buchan
BBC Radio Leeds sports editor

It has been some week for the strikers at Elland Road.

Not many would have predicted that Patrick Bamford's final action in a Leeds United shirt would have been playing guitar for the Kaiser Chiefs, but it appears that will now be the case.

Because of injury, memories of double-digit seasons and Premier League hat-tricks have sadly become as faded as his infamous bleach blonde hairdo over the past two seasons.

He will now head to another club with the best wishes of Leeds supporters - and he will undoubtedly score goals.

The same cannot be guaranteed for Mateo Joseph.

His transfer request, and subsequent refusal to join up with the team on their pre-season tour in Germany, has resulted in strong words from boss Daniel Farke.

The 21-year-old was heavily backed by the German at the start of last season. He was given the nod to lead the line for the opening eight games of the Championship campaign, ahead of eventual golden boot winner Joel Piroe.

Farke still wants the player to return to training with the squad, but has also stated they are willing to facilitate a move for the Spaniard, albeit only on terms beneficial to the club.

Both departures would help on a PSR front with Joseph being a solid amount of profit and Bamford's wages being removed from the spreadsheet.

However, with the pair now likely to move on, it could change the club's desire for one new striker this summer, into a need for two.

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Leeds boss Daniel Farke has confirmed striker Mateo Joseph "would like to move" away from the club.

The 21-year-old has three years left on his current deal, but has not travelled on the Whites' pre-season tour of Germany and "prefers a move to Spain", according to Farke.

Joseph made 39 appearances in the Championship last season, including 11 starts, and scored three goals.

"It was actually the plan to have him here [in Germany]," said Farke after his side beat SC Verl 4-1.

"With him the situation is quite clear. We really value and rate him - otherwise we wouldn't have played him, especially in the beginning of the last successful campaign ahead of a golden boot winner in Joel Piroe and an experienced striker like Patrick Bamford.

"Nevertheless, he came to me and asked for a new challenge and would like to move. He has also hinted that he prefers a move to Spain due to his Spanish roots. That was his call."

Farke has said he "won't stand in the way" of a move for Joseph, but expressed his disappointment.

"We have invested a lot in him - time, money and backing," Farke added.

"He's on a long-term contract and we value him. This is for our key people and the board to decide the value. The truth is that no other club has met our expectations yet.

"Because of that, we expected him to train and travel with us. He mentioned that he didn't feel ready for the trip to Stockholm. I accepted this because he started later with training. The day after, he said he didn't feel ready to travel to play the friendlies here in Germany.

"It's not a situation I like. I've spoken honestly to him and strongly recommended him to be professional but he said he's not in a mental state to do this.

"What should I do? I can't call the police to drag him here on the training pitch. It was his decision."

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It has been an interesting few days for Leeds with Daniel Farke saying Mateo Joseph has asked to leave the club and fellow striker Patrick Bamford being told he can depart.

BBC Radio Leeds' Jonny Buchan and Kaiser Chiefs' bassist Simon Rix discuss United boss Farke's striker situation, plus reflect on the Whites' summer transfer window so far.

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Leeds United defeated SC Verl 4-1 in a behind-closed-doors friendly in Germany on Tuesday.

Many of the club's summer signings were on show as the two sides competed over two 60-minute halves.

Joel Piroe netted Leeds' first two goals, with Wilfried Gnonto and Lukas Nmecha scoring after the interval.

Tom McCoy
BBC journalist

Anton Stach is Leeds' sixth signing of the summer, four of whom are 6ft 1in or taller, with head coach Daniel Farke clearly keen to add height and physicality to the squad which won promotion from the Championship last season.

Stach, who has moved to Elland Road from Hoffenheim for £17m, certainly fits the bill, having been one of the Bundesliga's most effective ball-winners in recent years.

In the past two seasons he has registered 120 interceptions, more than any other player in the German top flight, and won possession 393 times, which is the league's third-highest tally. He also ranks fourth for tackles attempted and duels won.

His versatility should also be an asset for Leeds. Though used primarily as a holding midfielder by Hoffenheim, Stach began 2024-25 at centre-back, only switching to a more advanced role in November following the appointment of Christian Ilzer as head coach.

At 6ft 4in tall, Stach is an effective aerial presence in both boxes. With Leeds also recruiting Jaka Bijol and Sebastian Bornauw - both of whom are 6ft 3in - plus 6ft 1in Lukas Nmecha, they will hope to gain a competitive edge next season when it comes to all-important set-pieces.