£8‑9 million price tag forces Leeds United to sideline Ramazani

Leeds United have left 25‑year‑old Belgian winger Largie Ramazani at Thorp Arch while the squad travelled to North America, a move designed to push for a £8‑9 million transfer fee and help recoup part of the £10 million they paid for him.

Leeds’ pursuit of a sizeable return is rooted in the £10 million they paid Almería in 2024, coupled with a 15 percent sell‑on clause that remains attached to the deal. Recovering an £8‑9 million fee would offset a large portion of that outlay.

Ramazani struggled to secure a regular starting spot during Leeds’ Championship title‑winning campaign, making 31 appearances but starting only nine. Despite limited starts, his underlying xG + xA per 90 minutes was the highest of any player in the division.

His spell in Spain produced six goals and one assist in 22 La Liga outings, totalling 1,224 minutes and a 6.62 average match rating on FotMob. German manager Daniel Farke never trusted Ramazani to perform the defensive work required off the ball, preferring a Premier League‑ready attacking group that now includes Noah Okafor, Jack Harrison, Brenden Aaronson, Willy Gnonto and Dan James.

Valencia have shown interest, with CEO Ron Gourlay contacting Leeds chiefs in June to discuss a realistic asking price for a permanent move. The Spanish club hosted Ramazani on loan throughout the 2025/26 La Liga campaign and are considering another season‑long loan with a non‑mandatory option to buy.

Leeds argue that a permanent sale is essential to protect the club’s financial health, as a loan would leave the risk on Elland Road’s balance sheet while Valencia reap the rewards without a permanent fee. The club believes a firm £8‑9 million price aligns with their objective to recoup the original investment.

If Valencia refuse to meet Leeds’ target, the Whites will explore interest from other La Liga and Bundesliga clubs, expecting a buyer for the 25‑year‑old winger with proven top‑flight goals. Leeds intend to act rather than let him remain on the bench, underscoring their intent to secure a solid fee and retain a future sell‑on percentage.