Exclusive: Leeds plan to sell 22-yr-old, he's 'very interested' in Euro move
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(Credit: Imago) Wed 8 April 2026 12:30, UK Leeds United are ready to allow forward Mateo Joseph to leave the club on a permanent basis this summer, sources have told Football Insider.The 22-year-old has spent the season out on loan in Spain with Mallorca, and he is understood to be “very interested” in the idea of a move to La Liga permanently. Leeds’ transfer plans for the summer are set to see them try to consolidate their spot in the Premier League once again, and Joseph doesn’t figure in their long-term thinking. 🔄 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 Leeds finally ready to give into Mateo Joseph demandsJoseph pushed for an exit from Elland Road throughout last summer’s window, but he only had his wishes granted on a temporary basis on that occasion. Real Betis were consistently linked with a move for him, while Birmingham City and Wrexham also briefly showed an interest in him.StatsMateo JosephNoah OkaforDaniel JamesApps (Starts)29 (19)24 (15)15 (4)G/A54–Shots on Target per 900.740.690.44Chances Created per 900.740.971.76Successful Dribbles per 900.952.291.1Duels Won per 904.655.414.18Joseph’s 2025-26 league stats compared to Leeds’ other wingers, as per Fotmob.The youngster was prepared to go to extreme lengths to ensure he got the change of scenery that he desired, as he didn’t travel with the rest of the Leeds squad for their pre-season tour of Germany.
Joseph’s contract at Leeds is still set to run until the summer of 2028, but both parties are prepared to break that and go their separate ways ahead of next season. Struijk is entering the final year of his contract at Elland Road, but Leeds are desperate to keep hold of him, as he has been crucial as part of the central defensive trio with Jaka Bijol and Joe Rodon.