Leeds United have made their stance crystal clear following a rejected £32 million bid for one of their prized assets, according to reports . The Championship side is determined to retain key figures as they push for promotion next season, brushing aside serious interest from a European giant.
The bid, believed to have come from Bundesliga heavyweights Borussia Dortmund, was swiftly turned down by the Yorkshire club. Leeds have reportedly labelled the offer as significantly below their valuation and remain unmoved in their desire to keep the player, who is central to manager Daniel Farke’s plans.
Sources close to Elland Road suggest that Leeds have no current intention to cash in, particularly after narrowly missing out on promotion in the 2024/25 season. The club views the targeted player — whose identity remains officially undisclosed but is understood to be one of their top performers — as vital to their campaign to return to the Premier League.
Club officials have communicated a “hands-off” warning to potential suitors, with Sky Sports reporting that only a “substantially higher bid” might prompt Leeds to consider a sale. Even then, any potential exit would depend heavily on reinvestment potential and timing within the summer transfer window.
After a season of rebuilding under Farke, Leeds are determined to avoid disruption to a squad that showed significant progress. The board believes that stability and squad cohesion are essential to mount a serious promotion challenge in 2025/26. Selling key players now, especially without adequate replacements lined up, could derail those ambitions.
The rejected bid also highlights a shift in Leeds’ financial position. Unlike previous seasons when the club faced pressure to sell due to parachute payments ending or financial fair play concerns, they are now in a stronger place to retain their stars — at least for one more season.
While the club is firm in its stance, the player’s personal ambitions could influence future developments. Playing for a Champions League side like Dortmund may appeal to any ambitious footballer, but no formal transfer request has been submitted, and the player remains committed to pre-season preparations with Leeds for now.
With over two months remaining in the summer window, the saga is likely far from over. Leeds’ rejection sends a clear message to both fans and rival clubs: they won’t be bullied into selling on the cheap.
However, if the interested club — or others — return with an improved offer, especially one north of £40 million, the resolve of the Leeds hierarchy may once again be tested.
For now, though, the message from Elland Road is firm and unwavering: Leeds United are not a selling club — not this summer.
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