Leeds United Signs Defender Gabriel Gudmundsson
Transfer Details
Leeds United has officially signed Gabriel Gudmundsson, a Swedish left-back, after his tenure at LOSC Lille. The transfer fee for the 26-year-old is approximately $12 million, as he had one year remaining on his contract with the French club.
Profile of Gabriel Gudmundsson
Gudmundsson has made a total of 15 appearances for the Swedish national team. His professional career began with FC Groningen in August 2021 for around $6 million, which included performance-related incentives. Over four seasons in France, he played in 137 matches, scoring four goals and providing three assists. Known for his reliable and industrious playing style, Gudmundsson aims to make an impact in the Premier League.
Leeds United’s Summer Signings
The acquisition of Gudmundsson is part of a broader strategy for Leeds during the summer transfer window. The club has already signed German forward Lukas Nmecha on a free transfer from Wolfsburg, Belgian defender Sebastiaan Bornauw for $6 million, and Slovenian center-back Jaka Bijol for $18 million from Udinese.
Financial Aspects
Alongside the transfer fee, Gudmundsson is expected to have an annual salary of around $4.5 million as he prepares to start his Premier League journey with Leeds United.
