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Leeds United are considering a summer signing of 20-year-old German midfielder Kofi Amoako from Dynamo Dresden. Manager Daniel Farke aims to strengthen the team's defensive midfield ahead of the 2026/27 season.
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Leeds United are looking at Dynamo Dresden’s Kofi Amoako as a potential summer signing, according to Bild, as relayed by Sport Witness, with Daniel Farke reportedly eager to bolster his defensive midfield options ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. The 20-year-old German Under-21 international moved to Dresden from VfL Wolfsburg in July 2025 and has since made a name for himself across the second tier of German football.
Chelsea had shown interest previously but never followed through, leaving the door open for Leeds to enter the picture. Amoako made 30 league appearances this season, accumulating 2,086 minutes and averaging two tackles, 3.9 duels won, and 2.7 recoveries per game, figures that reflect a combative, high-energy profile.
Union Berlin, Hamburg SV, and Mainz 05 have already registered interest, so Leeds face genuine competition. Dresden currently value him at around €2m, though Bild notes that Leeds joining the race will likely push that figure up, pointing to Hansa Rostock’s €6m sale of Ryan Naderi to Rangers as a reference point for British market inflation. Wolfsburg retain a 10% sell-on clause from his £200,000 departure last year.
Kofi Amoako made 30 league appearances this season, averaging two tackles, 3.9 duels won, and 2.7 recoveries per game.
Leeds United are looking to bolster their defensive midfield options, and manager Daniel Farke sees Amoako as a potential fit for the team.
Chelsea previously showed interest in Kofi Amoako but did not pursue a transfer, leaving Leeds United to consider signing him.

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Amoako reads the game well for his age and wins duels consistently, but his interception rate of just 0.6 per game suggests he sometimes reacts rather than anticipates. His possession recovery in the final third, 0.2 per game, also points to a lack of presence further up the pitch, which matters in Farke’s system.
LEEDS, ENGLAND – MAY 01: Daniel Farke, Manager of Leeds United, celebrates with the fans after the Premier League match between Leeds United and Burnley at Elland Road on May 01, 2026 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)
Honestly, signing Amoako when Hidemasa Morita is available on a free transfer this summer feels like unnecessary spending. Morita, whose Sporting CP contract expires in June 2026, brings Champions League experience and composure, and is ready to play immediately. Leeds offered €10m for him last summer, so signing him for nothing is a massive bargain. Amoako has genuine potential, but Leeds United should put Morita first.