Leeds United secured Ao Tanaka from Fortuna Dusseldorf for approximately £3.4 million, a move seen as a significant bargain. The Japanese international, who turned down offers from clubs like Celtic and Midtjylland, aims for a Champions League career and opted for Leeds as a platform to achieve that ambition. Tanaka made a strong impression during his debut in a 2-0 victory over Hull City, completing 18 successful passes in just over 10 minutes on the pitch. His recent performance for Japan, contributing to a 7-0 win against China, further highlights his potential, as he completed 28 of 30 passes during the match. Manager Daniel Farke expressed confidence in Tanaka’s abilities, labeling him a