“Newcastle United’s SHOCKING Midnight Raid for Star Midfielder – Leeds United’s Secret Plot EXPOSED!”

Leeds United face a clear issue they must resolve ahead of their Premier League return: the playmaker position.

Brenden Aaronson, who has struggled to make a consistent impact, is a major concern.

Despite Leeds scoring an impressive 95 goals in the Championship, Aaronson has only been involved in 11 of them.

His inefficiency in key moments has frustrated fans, especially considering the importance of transitional counter-attacks in top-flight football.

Often, promising moves break down at Aaronson’s feet, making it essential for Leeds to upgrade in that role. However, the need for reinforcements isn’t limited to the attacking midfield.

Daniel Farke’s side will require significant strengthening across the squad to stay competitive in the Premier League.

Last season, Farke identified the need for a true No.10 and even explored signing Emi Buendia.

Though that move didn’t materialize, Leeds submitted an ambitious bid for Dinamo Zagreb’s Martin Baturina.

The Croatian international is not just a set-piece specialist—he also offers creativity in open play, high energy, and tenacity. A summer revival of interest in Baturina could be on the cards.

However, Leeds may face stiff competition. Real Madrid legend Luka Modric has endorsed Baturina, expressing a desire to bring him to Madrid. Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has also praised the young talent.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Baturina’s future is being hotly debated again, with several top clubs reportedly interested.

TEAMtalk’s Rudy Galetti reported that Newcastle United have already made a move, while Inter Milan and Fiorentina are also monitoring him.

Nevertheless, Leeds United News understands that the Whites are still firmly interested, particularly now that promotion makes a high-calibre signing like Baturina more realistic.

Leeds continue to monitor the 22-year-old’s situation at Dinamo Zagreb while also exploring other options for the attacking midfielder role.

Baturina is widely regarded as one of the most promising players in Croatia’s top league, and the reported €20–25 million price tag reflects that.

Despite links to European giants like PSG, a move to Leeds could offer Baturina the best opportunity to secure regular first-team football—crucial for his development.

For Leeds, securing a player of his calibre could be a vital step in solidifying their Premier League status.