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Leeds United Rediscover Attacking Form with 85-Goal Championship Campaign
Joel Piroe finished as Leeds United’s top scorer last season, but his performances drew criticism due to his style of play.
Despite enduring a nine-game goal drought mid-season, he remained a regular in the starting lineup.
This inconsistency has led to growing calls for the club to sign a new striker ahead of the upcoming campaign.
Leeds recently completed the signing of Lukas Nmecha, their first addition of the summer. However, reports suggest manager Daniel Farke may deploy Nmecha in a different role, potentially leaving room for another out-and-out centre forward to join the squad.
One of the club’s primary targets is Fulham striker Rodrigo Muniz. The 24-year-old had a solid Premier League season, and Leeds have already seen an offer for him turned down earlier this summer.
According to Football Insider’s Mick Brown, Leeds are expected to renew their pursuit of Muniz, though they may need to exceed the £40 million mark to secure his signature. Brown explained the urgency behind the move:
“Joel Piroe and Patrick Bamford are Championship players. That’s Leeds’ current issue — they lack Premier League-quality options up front.
The club knows they may have to spend big to bring in players with top-level experience, and Muniz is now one of their top targets.”
Muniz could prove to be a crucial addition. Whether starting or coming off the bench, he consistently made an impact for Fulham last season.
Statistically, he averaged 1.80 shots on target per 90 minutes, placing him in the 92nd percentile among Premier League forwards.
His sharp eye for goal and ability to test goalkeepers regularly make him an attractive option. If Leeds want to upgrade their frontline for a potential Premier League return, Muniz appears to be a logical and effective choice.
