Elite club adviser backs Leeds to sign striker who's better than Burnley's Zian Flemming
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(Credit: Manh Tung, Breaking Media) Wed 27 May 2026 7:45, UK Zian Flemming could be a useful option for Leeds United and manager Daniel Farke to have at the club next season.That is according to former Everton chief executive Keith Wyness, speaking to Football Insider, who believes Flemming could be great for Leeds’ squad depth.The 27-year-old could leave Burnley this summer following their relegation from the Premier League, where he scored 11 goals this season.Leeds will have Premier League football at Elland Road next season, and Farke wants the club to be ambitious in the transfer market in a bid to move up the table.A new forward is expected to be pursued by Leeds to help Dominic Calvert-Lewin and add more firepower to their attack. 🔄 Leeds United Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on latest signings, departures, and contract news from the Elland Road boardroom. VISIT THE LEEDS TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Zian Flemming a ‘backup situation’ for Leeds this summerEverton’s former chief Keith Wyness – who served as CEO at Goodison Park between 2004 and 2009 and now runs a football consultancy advising elite clubs – believes Leeds could sign a more “prolific” striker than Flemming, but that the Dutchman could still be a worthwhile investment.Speaking on the new edition of Football Insider‘s Inside Track podcast, Wyness thinks squad depth will be important for Farke this summer.Games Started21Expected Goals7.87Penalty Goals2Chances Created10Successful Dribbles36.4%Zian Flemming’s 2025-26 Premier League stats at Burnley.He told Football Insider‘s Inside Track podcast: “Flemming is certainly an addition to the squad in terms of depth, but I don’t see him in that level, and being a prolific top-level scorer yet.
“I see him coming through during the season and certainly great for injuries and that sort of thing, but he’s not the answer. I expect Leeds to go for a better.
“He’s a quality addition, no doubt about it, but as I say, it’s all about the depth of the squad. That’s something that’s been lacking for Leeds, and this is one where I’d put him in that category.”Leeds keeping tabs on new number oneFarke is also looking to strengthen at the other end of the pitch too, with the addition of a new goalkeeper this summer.Karl Darlow is expected to sign a new contract to remain at the club, but his deal does expire next month, whilst Lucas Perri has yet to convince the fanbase of his qualities since his arrival last summer.Sources have told Football Insider that Dmytro Riznyk is on Leeds’ radar to become their number one choice goalkeeper next season.The 27-year-old currently plays for Shakhtar Donetsk, and they reached the semi-finals of the Conference League this season before they were knocked out by Crystal Palace. 🚨 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Leeds United Insider Access Get the full story from Elland Road and Thorp Arch with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of West Yorkshire.