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Leeds United agree on transfer deal for Nico Elvedi from Gladbach

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 9:05 PM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Leeds United agree on transfer deal for Nico Elvedi from Gladbach

Summary

Leeds United has reached a verbal agreement with Borussia Mönchengladbach for the transfer of defender Nico Elvedi for €10 million, with a 15% sell-on clause. Elvedi, 29, missed a friendly against Aston Villa on August 15 as negotiations continue. The completion of this deal is contingent on resolving Sebastiaan Bornauw's situation, with Hamburg reportedly interested in him. If finalized, Leeds would add an experienced center-back with significant Bundesliga performance, aligning with manager Daniel Farke's tactical needs.

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•Leeds United negotiating €10 million deal for Nico Elvedi.
•Elvedi missed a friendly on August 15 to protect negotiations.
•Transfer depends on resolving Sebastiaan Bornauw's situation.
•Elvedi offers significant experience from Bundesliga.
•Daniel Farke familiar with Elvedi's strengths from their time at Gladbach.

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9:05 PMYahoo Sports — Leeds United Edge Closer To £8.5m Deal: Good Deal For The Whites?

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Leeds United have reached a verbal agreement with Borussia Mönchengladbach for a €10m transfer of Nico Elvedi, plus a 15% sell-on clause, according to a report from Florian Plettenberg. Nico Elvedi...
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