Leeds Near Record £28M Deal for Feyenoord Winger Igor Paixao

Leeds United are on the verge of securing a high-profile signing of Brazilian winger Igor Paixao from Feyenoord, with the club reportedly submitting a £28 million (€32 million) bid that is close to being accepted. Despite Marseille having been previously favored by the player and agreeing personal terms, Leeds’ higher offer and persistence have placed them in the lead to finalize the deal, with Marseille unable to meet Feyenoord's demands. Paixao, who contributed significantly to Feyenoord's campaign with 37 goal involvements last season, has been recovering from an injury in Brazil as Leeds enter the final stages of the transfer. The signing would mark Leeds’ eighth addition of the summer, reinforcing their squad ahead of their Premier League campaign and addressing key attacking needs. Former Leeds player Raphinha is also reported to have influenced Paixao's decision to join the club. Completion of the transfer is anticipated imminently, potentially by Sunday, signaling a major boost to Leeds’ ambitions for Premier League survival.