Revealed: Leeds accelerate 'long-term' contract talks with Daniel Farke favourite
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Credit: Imago Mon 18 May 2026 7:30, UK Ethan Ampadu’s new long-term contract talks with Leeds United are set to accelerate after their Premier League safety was confirmed.Club captain Ampadu has been a mainstay in the middle of the park for Leeds this season, but is soon set to enter the final year of his initial contract with the club.Recent reports have claimed that discussions between both parties over a new deal have begun ahead of the summer transfer window.As I revealed on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Transfer Insider podcast, Leeds are now keen to quickly agree a deal with Ampadu after they officially retained their Premier League status for next season.Leeds’ finances will be boosted by their Premier League safety, with an expensive summer on the horizon as they look to push up the table under Daniel Farke. 💰 Leeds United Finance Update 💰 Inside the transfer budget, player wages, new kits, stadium news, 49ers Enterprises accounts and boardroom developments. VISIT THE LEEDS FINANCE HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Leeds want to agree lengthy contract with Ethan Ampadu very soonAmpadu has featured for more minutes than any other Leeds player in the Premier League this season, highlighting just how key he has been to their survival.Farke has remained coy about how talks over a new deal are progressing with the Wales star, but recently insisted that supporters should “read between the lines” when it comes to his thoughts on the situation.Appearances33Minutes played2943′Successful passes %85.3%Successful dribbles %68.8%Duels won per 905.35Interceptions per 901.53Clearances per 902.36Ampadu’s 2025-26 PL statsSpeaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, I explained: “It’ll definitely be a priority for Leeds and I expect it’ll be pretty smooth for them as well to try and get a new deal sorted for Ampadu.“He’s been outstanding for Leeds this season, and has really led from the front as their captain.
He has arguably been their Player of the Season. “I expect contract talks to accelerate now that Leeds have secured Premier League survival that’s now put to bed so they’ll be keen to sort out Ampadu’s future as soon as possible as they won’t want him entering that final year of his contract.
“They’ll want to tie him down to a new long-term contract.”Daniel Farke pushing for Leeds to agree Kofi Amoako transferWhile Ampadu is set to remain as the heartbeat of Farke’s side next season, some changes could be made around him in midfield this summer.Sources have revealed to Football Insider that Farke is pushing to sign Dynamo Dresden midfielder Amoako and will use his strong contacts in Germany to get a deal over the line.The 21-year-old has been a regular in midfield for the 2. Bundesliga side this season, with Leeds believing that he has the tools to be a success in the Premier League in the years to come.Amoako is set to push for a move to Elland Road this summer, so he could be lining up alongside Ampadu for Leeds soon. 🚨 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.