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Leeds United’s Thrilling Start to the Premier League Season
Leeds United made history on Monday night with their 1-0 win against Everton at Elland Road. This victory marked a perfect start to their Premier League campaign, with Lukas Nmecha scoring the only goal of the game from a late penalty. Manager Daniel Farke expressed his satisfaction with the result, highlighting the importance of being switched on at all times in the top flight.

Transfer News
Rodrigo Muniz Deal Takes Shape
Fulham have reportedly agreed to a £35 million deal with Atalanta for the sale of Rodrigo Muniz, a long-term target for Leeds United. Although the deal is yet to be finalized, Fulham will only sanction the transfer once they secure a suitable replacement. Muniz’s impressive form continued over the weekend, scoring for Fulham.

Noah Okafor Signing
Leeds United has reached an agreement to sign Noah Okafor from AC Milan. The winger is expected to arrive in England soon to complete his medical and finalize the paperwork. This signing could be followed by another center-forward acquisition, as hinted by Daniel Farke’s recent comments.

Upcoming Fixtures
Leeds United’s next fixture is against Arsenal FC at the Emirates Stadium on August 23, 2025. They will then face Newcastle United at Elland Road on August 30, 2025, and Fulham FC at Craven Cottage on September 13, 2025.

Recent Signings and Targets
Leeds United has been active in the transfer market, signing Dominic Calvert-Lewin on a free transfer. The club is also rumored to be interested in signing other top players, including Mehdi Taremi and Aleksandar Mitrovic.

Team News

Jayden Bogle: Shaken off knock to start against Everton
Dominic Calvert-Lewin: Started in the win against Everton
Illan Meslier: Fallen out of favor, with new signing Lucas Perri potentially replacing him

Manager’s Insights
Daniel Farke praised his team’s performance against Everton, emphasizing the importance of momentum in the Premier League. He noted that one moment can change the game’s dynamics, and his team’s ability to protect a clean sheet was crucial to their victory ¹.