Leeds United have booked the medical for the player straight after agreement reached 😳

Leeds United have reportedly booked Sean Longstaff’s medical at Thorp Arch, immediately after reaching agreement in principle with Newcastle United. That signals a rapid step toward sealing what appears to be their fifth summer signing. The Yorkshire Evening Post confirmed that Longstaff was set to undergo medical tests “in the next 24 hours” after Leeds agreed on a £12m upfront plus £3m add-ons deal – a total package worth around £15m

1. Initial bumps – Leeds submitd at least three bids, including a £10m+£2m bid that Newcastle turned down
2. Breakthrough – Finally, a breakthrough came with the improved £12m plus add-ons structure. Fabrizio Romano and David Ornstein reported the deal was in place, with the medical being arranged subsequently
3. Closing in – Shields Gazette and Yorkshire Evening Post confirmed the accepted proposal and that Longstaff would attend medical at Leeds shortl

• Age & background: The 27-year-old midfielder is a Newcastle academy graduate with over 200 first-team appearances
• Career highlights: He’s scored in high-profile games, including a Champions League match against PSG and a Carabao Cup semi-final brace
• Recent form: Despite limited game time last season—just eight Premier League starts—his earlier contributions underscore a strong

• Premier League survival: As a newly-promoted side, Leeds need experienced players. Longstaff brings top-flight and European experience, as well as physicality and doggedness
• System fit: Skilled at tactical discipline and box-to-box work, he fits Daniel Farke’s style: a workhorse who contributes both on and off the ball
• Value for money: At £12m–£15m, Leeds landed a Premier League‑tested midfielder at a relatively mod

On reddit’s r/TheOther14, the general consensus is positive. Comments highlight his industrious nature and leadership:

“Very happy with that… he’s been in a relegation dog fight before but also shown he can compete against the very best in the league.”
“One of those transfers where every party should be pleased with the outcome.”

Criticisms mainly focus on his final-third decision-making and finishing, which fans hope will improve:

“The one issue I have with him is his decision making in the final third does leave a lot to be desired…”

Overall, though, supporters see value in his grit and Premier League experience.

• Medical clearances: Longstaff will complete fitness and health assessments at Thorp Arch. All signs point to a smooth process.
• Official announcement: Once tests are passed, Leeds are expected to formally announce the transfer.
• First-team integration: With pre-season friendlies upcoming (Leeds face Manchester United in Sweden), he could feature early in the build-up if paperwork and fitness align
• Midfield reinforcement: Leeds aren’t stopping there—they’re also pursuing targets like Anton Stach (

Leeds’ rapid scheduling of Longstaff’s medical right after agreement is a signal of intent: they’re moving decisively as they strengthen for Premier League survival. With a strong mix of experience, work ethic, and value, he’s a near-perfect fit. While not without his limitations, the consensus is that this is a smart, pragmatic signing that benefits club, player, and selling side alike.

We’ll keep an eye on official confirmation and potential debut news. Let me know if you want a deep dive into his stats, comparison with other Leeds midfielders, or a timeline of all five transfers so far!