Leeds United have made initial contact with representatives of Julian Brandt, the Borussia Dortmund attacking midfielder who is set to become a free agent when his contract expires on June 30, 2026. It’s the kind of transfer that, on paper, looks almost too good for a Premier League side chasing upward momentum: a proven creative force with 307 appearances at one of Europe’s most storied clubs, available for zero transfer fee.
Champions League clubs are circling the 30-year-old Germany international, which means the Yorkshire side will need to make a compelling case that goes beyond simply showing up with a contract and a handshake.
What Brandt brings to the table
Across his seven seasons at Signal Iduna Park, he racked up 57 goals and 70 assists in 307 appearances. That’s 127 direct goal contributions, or roughly one every 2.4 games, for a player who often operated in a deeper creative role rather than as an out-and-out attacker.
His versatility is another selling point. Brandt has operated across multiple positions in the attacking third throughout his career, capable of playing as a number 10, on either wing, or even in a deeper midfield role when tactical situations demanded it.
