Leeds Striker Mateo Joseph Requests Transfer, Trains With U21s Amid Sale Talks

Mateo Joseph has requested a transfer away from Leeds United and has refused to join the club's pre-season training camp in Germany, expressing a preference to move to Spain. Leeds manager Daniel Farke confirmed Joseph's desire to leave, stating he accepts the decision but will only approve a transfer if the club's asking price, reportedly around £10 million, is met. Joseph, who struggled for playing time last season behind first-choice striker Joel Piroe, will train separately with the Under-21 squad until a suitable offer is received. Real Betis has shown strong interest in signing the Spain Under-21 international, while Strasbourg is also an admirer. Despite Joseph's transfer request, Farke noted that the club still urgently needs to strengthen their striker options following Patrick Bamford being deemed surplus to requirements. Farke emphasized the importance of having committed players excited about Leeds' Premier League project and acknowledged that the club has invested significantly in Joseph with a long-term contract, so they are firm on their valuation.