The 27-year-old, a product of Newcastle’s academy, has made 31 appearances this season but faces an uncertain future at St James’ Park. Despite Newcastle activating a contract extension keeping him until 2026, the club may consider offers around £15–20 million, partly due to financial fair play considerations .
Leeds manager Daniel Farke is keen to bolster his midfield with experienced Premier League talent. Longstaff’s versatility and work rate make him an attractive option. Former England midfielder Carlton Palmer has described a move to Leeds as “absolutely perfect” for Longstaff, suggesting he would thrive under Farke’s system .
However, Leeds face competition from clubs like Everton and Leicester City, who are also monitoring Longstaff’s situation. Newcastle’s need to comply with Premier League Profitability and Sustainability Rules could make them more open to selling academy graduates like Longstaff, who would represent pure profit in financial terms .
Longstaff has expressed a desire to feel valued and is open to new opportunities, stating, “I want to be appreciated as a player and whether it’s here, great. If it’s not here and it’s somewhere else, it’ll be somewhere else” . With his future at Newcastle uncertain, a move to Leeds could provide him with the regular playing time and appreciation he seeks.
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