Leeds United signs Tarik Muharemović from Sassuolo on five-year deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 4:29 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Tarik Muharemović has joined Leeds United from Sassuolo, signing a five-year contract at Elland Road. The 23-year-old center-back, who stands at 6ft 4”, arrives after a successful season in Serie A and a notable FIFA World Cup performance with Bosnia and Herzegovina. He played three matches in the tournament, helping his country reach the Round of 32, and previously played pivotal roles in key playoff victories over Wales and Italy. Muharemović becomes the first Bosnian player to represent Leeds, adding to a diverse history of 65 nationalities in the club's roster.
- •Muharemović is notable for his impressive aerial duels, winning 64.4% last season.
- •He debuted internationally against England and has 17 caps for Bosnia.
- •Leeds United becomes the 29th UEFA member state to have a player on the team.
- •Prior to Leeds, he contributed to Sassuolo's promotion and solid Serie A finish.
- •Tarik's brother Kenan plays professional football for Rapid Wien.
- 4:40 PMYahoo Sports — Leeds United complete the signing of Tarik Muharemović
- 4:29 PMYahoo Sports — Fact File: Tarik Muharemović
"Leeds United have announced the arrival of defender Tarik Muharemovic on a five-year contract.The tall defender joins the Whites from Italian side Sassuolo and has penned a deal until 203 for a report...
"Leeds United bolstered their defensive ranks with the signing of commanding centre-half Tarik Muharemović, who has signed a five-year deal at Elland Road after making the switch from Italian outfit S...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 17, 2026, 4:40 PMLeeds United complete the signing of Tarik Muharemović
Leeds United have announced the arrival of defender Tarik Muharemovic on a five-year contract.The tall defender joins the Whites from Italian side Sassuolo and has penned a deal until 203 for a report...
- Yahoo SportsJul 17, 2026, 4:29 PMFact File: Tarik Muharemović
Leeds United bolstered their defensive ranks with the signing of commanding centre-half Tarik Muharemović, who has signed a five-year deal at Elland Road after making the switch from Italian outfit S...
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