Leeds' latest signing Lukas Nmecha has spoke about Josuha Guilavogui's role in him signing for the Peacocks. The pair were formerly team-mates at Bundesliga outfit Wolfsburg before Guilavogui left for Mainz in 2023.

The latest Leeds United transfer news and rumours as Daniel Farke's side look to bolster their squad for the return to the Premier League

Lukas Nmecha has been linked with Leeds for a number of weeks now, and supporters have made their feelings known after a major update.

The pair played together at Wolfsburg, whom Nmecha will leave at the end of this month when his contract expires. The new arrival - United’s first of the window, and a free transfer - inks an initial two-year deal, which begins on July 1.

Daniel Farke’s side won the Championship last season and secured their return to the top flight, after two years out. Their first piece of incoming business was wrapped up over the weekend, with Leeds swooping in for Nmecha on a free transfer.

Leeds have also now reached an agreement with Udinese over the signing of centre-back Jaka Bijol, shaking hands on a €22m (£18.7m) fee with the Serie A outfit as revealed by Fa

Guilavogui was also one of the first people to congratulate his friend on agreeing to join Leeds, replying to an X post with "Welcome to the MOT family", much to the delight of fans, who are hoping to welcome the French star back to Elland Road next season as a fan.