Leeds Agree £17m Deal for Germany Midfielder Anton Stach

Leeds United have bolstered their squad ahead of their return to the Premier League by securing several key signings, including German midfielder Anton Stach from Hoffenheim for a reported £17 million. Stach, a physically dominant midfielder who has represented Germany at senior level, is expected to partner with Sean Longstaff, who joined Leeds from Newcastle for £12 million, adding Premier League experience to the side. Alongside these midfield reinforcements, Leeds have also signed defenders Sebastiaan Bornauw, Jaka Bijol, Gabriel Gudmundsson, and forward Lukas Nmecha, reflecting a comprehensive summer recruitment drive under manager Daniel Farke. Stach’s arrival follows Leeds agreeing personal terms with the player, with Hoffenheim reportedly seeking €20 million plus bonuses. The club aims to strengthen further with a new goalkeeper and striker before the Premier League season begins, starting with a pre-season friendly against Manchester United and a league opener against Everton at Elland Road. These strategic signings highlight Leeds' ambition to cement their status as a competitive top-flight club.