Leeds United, under Daniel Farke, have expressed a strong interest in signing Ermedin Demirovic, a striker currently with Stuttgart. This marks the second consecutive summer where Demirovic’s name has surfaced at Elland Road. As reported by Corriere dello Sport, Leeds is seen as “strongly interested” and has a financial advantage over Italian clubs such as Lazio and Roma, positioning them as the frontrunner for the Bosnian forward.
During the 2025/26 Bundesliga season, Demirovic recorded 12 goals and three assists over 1,498 minutes of play, building upon a previous season where he was Stuttgart’s top scorer with 17 goals in all competitions. The 28-year-old forward made the switch to Stuttgart from Augsburg for €23 million in summer 2024, where he also had impressive statistics, netting 23 goals and providing 16 assists in 66 appearances.
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Leeds United’s Financial Advantage Over Lazio
Stuttgart is reportedly seeking around €35 million for Demirovic, a figure Leeds is willing to meet if he aligns with their attacking vision. Conversely, Lazio is less likely to engage in a bidding war at that price after investing €14 million in Petar Ratkov earlier in the year. Roma’s previous interest in Demirovic seems to have waned as well. Stuttgart is prepared to retain Demirovic if offers do not reach around €20 million, making the negotiation around the fee crucial.
Leeds United’s Need for Attackers Makes Sense
Image: STUTTGART, GERMANY – APRIL 26: Ermedin Demirovic of VfB Stuttgart during a Bundesliga match against SV Werder Bremen at MHPArena on April 26, 2026. (Photo by Sona Maleterova/Getty Images)
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Leeds finished 15th in the Premier League this season, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin leading the team with 12 goals. Farke requires a striker capable of consistently scoring at the highest levels, and Demirovic fits that bill. With six full seasons in the Bundesliga, he has scored double figures in league goals over the last two campaigns. After signing Noah Okafor last summer instead of Demirovic—a move that proved successful—Farke seems keen on bringing the Stuttgart forward to Leeds.
While there is clear logic in pursuing this deal, it also comes with risks. Demirovic has never played outside Germany, and adapting to the demands of the Premier League can be challenging. Although his statistics are impressive, they come from a system that suits him well in the Bundesliga. At 28, he may lack resale value, and his asking price is significant. However, Farke’s structured approach could help a striker like Demirovic, who excels at finding space and finishing chances, thrive in the team’s setup.
If Leeds negotiate a fee closer to €28–30 million, rather than Stuttgart’s €35 million demand, this could be a wise investment. Given that Stuttgart’s stance typically softens with serious offers from the Premier League, Leeds have both the resources and the motivation to finalize this move. Demirovic may not be a flashy signing, but he could prove to be a highly effective addition.