Leeds' latest signing Lukas Nmecha has spoke about Josuha Guilavogui's role in him signing for the Peacocks. The pair were formerly team-mates at Bundesliga outfit Wolfsburg before Guilavogui left for Mainz in 2023.

The pair played together at Wolfsburg, whom Nmecha will leave at the end of this month when his contract expires. The new arrival - United’s first of the window, and a free transfer - inks an initial two-year deal, which begins on July 1.

Leeds have reached an agreement for Jaka Bijol to become their second signing of the summer as Farke pushes for two further additions.

Leeds have also now reached an agreement with Udinese over the signing of centre-back Jaka Bijol, shaking hands on a €22m (£18.7m) fee with the Serie A outfit as revealed by Fa

Mark: He's had a stop-start career but some potential obviously. Whether he'll finally realise his potential at Leeds remains unclear to me. Maybe initially a squad player who can hopefully take his opportunities when they come. Great there is no transfer fee involved.

Daniel Farke’s side won the Championship last season and secured their return to the top flight, after two years out. Their first piece of incoming business was wrapped up over the weekend, with Leeds swooping in for Nmecha on a free transfer.

Premier League new-boys Leeds United have signed VfL Wolfsburg midfielder Lukas Nmecha. Nmecha has agreed a two-year deal with Leeds as the former Manchester City junior returns to England. The Germany international will put pen to paper on July 1 when his VfL deal expires.

Guilavogui was also one of the first people to congratulate his friend on agreeing to join Leeds, replying to an X post with "Welcome to the MOT family", much to the delight of fans, who are hoping to welcome the French star back to Elland Road next season as a fan.