Leeds United signs Michael Zetterer as new backup goalkeeper
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 9:25 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Leeds United will sign Michael Zetterer to fill their No.2 goalkeeper role, opting for experience over youth. The decision follows deliberations on whether to recruit an established player or a promising prospect. Matthieu Epolo, a target for the role, is now likely to stay with Standard Liege due to lack of interest from other clubs. Negotiations between Leeds and Eintracht Frankfurt are underway to finalize Zetterer's transfer.
- •Leeds United made the decision to sign Michael Zetterer on August 28.
- •Zetterer will serve as the team's No.2 goalkeeper.
- •Matthieu Epolo is set to remain with Standard Liege for now.
- •Leeds is in advanced talks with Eintracht Frankfurt regarding Zetterer.
- •Epolo had interest from Ligue 1 but no current bids.
- 9:25 PMYahoo Sports — Exclusive | Leeds United opt for Michael Zetterer in No.2 role; Matthieu Epolo set to stay at Standard Liege
"Get French Football News understands that Leeds United will look to sign Michael Zetterer as their No.2. As reported exclusively by GFFN yesterday, the Premier League side were weighing up whether to ...
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