Elvedi set for Leeds move as £8.5m fee agreed
Leeds agree an £8.5m deal to sign defender Nico Elvedi, who is set to have a medical on Monday.
Leeds United have reached a £8.5 million agreement to secure Swiss defender Nico Elvedi from Borussia Monchengladbach. The 29-year-old will undergo a medical in England on Monday, following an initial offer of £6.8 million with additional add-ons totaling £1.7 million. Elvedi, a versatile international player, is set to depart from the German club after 11 years, leaving behind 73 caps for Switzerland and participation in their World Cup squad.
Leeds manager Daniel Farke emphasized that finalizing the deal depends on successful medical examinations and signed paperwork. The manager stated that he only comments on new signings once the official announcement is made, but anticipates the transfer to be completed within the next 48 hours. The move creates an opportunity for current fringe defender Sebastiaan Bornauw to join Hamburg on an initial loan with an option to purchase. Leeds kick off their Premier League season away at Nottingham Forest next Saturday.
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