Sources: Leeds target wants Elland Road move, he's 'exploring' summer transfer
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(Credit: Imago) Sun 10 May 2026 8:00, UK Lois Openda is “open” to the idea of joining Leeds United in the Premier League this summer, sources have told Football Insider.The 26-year-old striker is currently “exploring” his options ahead of the upcoming transfer window, with Juventus looking to offload him after his loan move from RB Leipzig recently became permanent. That could be at Elland Road, with Leeds keen to sign Openda on a loan-to-buy deal this summer, and Juventus increasingly likely to oblige. 🔄 Leeds United Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on latest signings, departures, and contract news from the Elland Road boardroom.
VISIT THE LEEDS TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Lois Openda deal to form part of £100m spend at LeedsFormer Manchester City financial advisor Stefan Borson told Football Insider at the end of April that Leeds are set to spend £100million on new additions this summer, as they look to pull away from the relegation zone next term.The football finance expert made it clear that the Whites are set to spend in a measured fashion once again, rather than taking a gung-ho approach to their summer business. A move for Openda could form part of that approach, with the West Yorkshire outfit keen to try to find value from unexpected sources this summer. 🚨⚪️⚫️ The obligation to buy for Lois Openda at Juventus has been authomatically activated.€46m package deal for RB Leipzig between loan fee and permanent transfer, plus salary coverage.Juve will still try to find an exit solution for Openda this summer. pic.twitter.com/maQbDkkhkR— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 13, 2026 View Tweet They already have a new striker towards the top of their shopping list for the upcoming window, and a move for Openda is firmly in their sights ahead of next season.
Whites already have sale lined up to counter summer spendingFootball Insider revealed earlier this week that Leeds will allow Sebastiaan Bornauw to find a new club this summer, if he wants to move in search of more regular gametime. He has been unable to break beyond the likes of Jaka Bijol and Pascal Struijk in the pecking order this term, and he is set to pay the price for that this summer. 🚨 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Leeds United Insider Access Get the full story from Elland Road and Thorp Arch with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of West Yorkshire.