Exclusive: Leeds United's Premier League transfer budget revealed

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07 May 2025, 2:00 am

Leeds United will have a budget of £150million to spend in the upcoming summer window, sources have told Football Insider.

The Whites are putting plans in place for their return to the Premier League after beating Burnley to the Championship title.

Football Insider revealed on Monday (5 May) that Leeds have set their sights on making 10 signings as they bid to secure their place in the top flight.

Sources say Daniel Farke and his transfer team will get a budget of £150million for transfer fees and wages this summer.

Leeds ready to spend £150m this summer

Leeds chairman Paraag Marathe spoke out about the Yorkshire giants' ambitions following their title win.

He the BBC: “Together we are going to build the best squad we can, with every penny we are allowed to spend to be competitive in the Premier League.”

Position	Team	Played	Points	GD
1	Leeds United (C)	46	100	65
2	Burnley (P)	46	100	53
3	Sheffield United (PO)	46	90	27

Championship final table

The American also gave his backing to Farke, confirming he will lead Leeds into next season after speculation about his future.

Leeds will have big money to spend despite reporting a loss of £60.8million for the 2023-24 campaign.

The club have also recently revealed plans to expand Elland Road to an eventual capacity of 56,500 - up from 37,890.

Piroe was the top scorer in the Championship this term. (Credit: Imago)

Leeds have serious Joel Piroe questions

Meanwhile, Football Insider has revealed (6 May) that Leeds will not build their attack around Championship top scorer Joel Piroe in the Premier League.

He scored the second-tier’s most goals in the 2024-25 campaign with 19.

However, it is believed Leeds have question marks over Piroe’s ability to make the step up and will not count on him as their first-choice striker next season.

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