After securing two wins from the first two games of the 2026/27 campaign, it may be a surprise to see Leeds United on the hunt to land added reinforcements before the end of the window.
Daniel Farke has already been backed with over £85m worth of additions this summer, with multiple of his new additions already making an immediate impact in his senior ranks.
James Trafford and Tarik Muharemovic have both started the two games against Nottingham Forest, subsequently keeping a clean sheet in both of the encounters at the City Ground.
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However, the 49ers are now on the hunt for further reinforcements at the other end of the pitch, which could see a move materialise for a long-standing transfer target.
Why Leeds could miss out on a deal for Igor Paixao
Every transfer window, it feels as though Leeds are linked with a move for talented Brazilian attacker Igor Paixao – with this summer following the recent pattern.
It’s been heavily reported that the Whites have been closely monitoring the Marseille star, but despite their strong interest, no deal has been agreed for his signature.
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However, Farke’s men are now in danger of missing out on the forward’s services, as fellow Premier League side Sunderland have stormed into the race over recent days.
The Black Cats are said to have agreed personal terms with Paixao, with just the minor details left to be able to get a deal over the line before the deadline.
His tally of six goals and five assists within just 22 Ligue 1 starts last season showcases his quality within attacking areas – something which the Whites are still hunting for.
He’s even managed to provide the goods on the European stage as of late, subsequently netting four goals in his eight Champions League appearances last campaign.
Leeds have certainly had an excellent window, but a deal for Paixao would no doubt have put the cherry on the cake, with the attacker having all the quality needed to succeed at Elland Road.
How Leeds can land the perfect Paixao alternative
Despite potentially missing out on a deal for Paixao, Leeds must get back to the drawing board to try and land other targets before the summer window slams shut.
RB Leipzig striker Conrad Harder is just one attacking option under consideration, but the Whites face keen interest from Lazio to secure the Dutchman’s signature.
RB Leipzig’s Christoph Baumgartner celebrates scoring their second goal with Yan Diomande, Conrad Harder and Kosta Nedeljkovic
However, Farke’s men could well make a final push to land Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk on loan for the rest of the season, after previously making efforts to land the Ukrainian.