Borussia Mönchengladbach’s Nico Elvedi agrees personal terms with Leeds

Borussia Mönchengladbach's Nico Elvedi has agreed personal terms with Leeds United, marking a significant move in the defender's career. The Swiss international, who has made 137 appearances for the Bundesliga club since joining in 2017, has now sealed the contractual side of his potential transfer to the Championship promotion hopefuls. Elvedi's departure would represent a considerable loss for Gladbach, who finished fourth in the Bundesliga last season and compete regularly in European competition.

The acquisition holds substantial importance for Leeds as they pursue an immediate return to the Premier League following relegation in 2022. Elvedi's defensive prowess—he recorded 5.2 tackles per 90 minutes last campaign and contributed to Gladbach's solid defensive record—addresses a critical requirement for United's backline. His experience at the highest level of German football, combined with his Champions League exposure, provides the kind of proven quality that Championship clubs pursuing promotion actively pursue, particularly given how frequently established Bundesliga defenders have succeeded in England's second tier.

Pending finalisation of the transfer, Elvedi's move could be confirmed in the coming days once both clubs complete formalities. The 26-year-old made 28 Bundesliga appearances last season and has represented Switzerland internationally, bringing leadership credentials to Leeds' defence as they target the Premier League. Similar signings of German-based defenders have strengthened Leeds' squad rebuild efforts, and Elvedi's arrival would bolster their chances of mounting a serious promotion challenge under Daniel Farke this season.