Leeds United Agree Deal for Newcastle Midfielder Sean Longstaff

Leeds United have reached an agreement in principle to sign Newcastle United midfielder Sean Longstaff, with a deal reportedly worth around £15 million. Longstaff, 27, who has struggled for regular starts at Newcastle due to competition from a strong midfield trio, is expected to become Leeds' fifth summer signing and their first midfield addition following promotion to the Premier League. The versatile midfielder could fit into Leeds’ 4-2-3-1 formation in various roles, including as a box-to-box midfielder or a more attacking presence, leveraging his powerful ball-carrying ability. Newcastle, facing UEFA Financial Fair Play (FFP) restrictions and aiming to balance their books for Champions League participation, view Longstaff's sale as financially prudent, given his academy status means the transfer fee counts as pure profit. Longstaff, who extended his Newcastle contract last season through 2026, is keen to move for more playing time and has already posted updates signaling his departure. While Leeds had multiple bids rejected initially, breakthrough negotiations and agreed personal terms have paved the way for his move to Elland Road.