Leeds United Player Publicly Declares His Transfer Wish: Does The PL Club’s Own Relegation Battle Complicate His Future? | OneFootball

Mateo Joseph has made his intentions clear. He wants to extend his loan at RCD Mallorca beyond this summer. He told Fibwi Radio’s La Zona 10, relayed by Sport Witness, that his happiness in Mallorca makes him reluctant to leave. The 22-year-old Spain Under-21 international joined the La Liga side on a season-long loan from Leeds United in August 2025. Joseph spoke candidly about the situation. He acknowledged that Leeds United hold the final decision.

Mateo Joseph Wants To Stay at Mallorca, but Leeds United Hold All the Cards

“I’d like to continue being happy here,” he said. “When you’re happy somewhere, why change? It doesn’t depend much on me because I have a contract with another club. We’ll see what the future holds for me.”

Joseph played 1,606 minutes across 28 appearances this season. He recorded two goals and two assists. Former manager Jagoba Arrasate used the Santander-born striker as both a centre-forward and a right winger, but Mallorca struggled. They managed just six wins from 25 league matches, and these results eventually cost Arrasate his job. Martín Demichelis took charge afterwards. Joseph expressed genuine enthusiasm for the Argentine’s approach.

“He has ambition, personality, and that desire to do well,” the striker explained. “He’s very demanding. That fits my personality well.”

Demichelis has earned a win and a draw in his first two matches. So far, he has used Joseph strictly as a striker.

Mallorca currently sit 16th in the La Liga table. They stay just two points above the relegation zone. Joseph admitted it “hasn’t been the best year for the club.” Despite the chaos, he thanked everyone around him. He specifically praised his teammates, coaches, and the sporting director for welcoming him.

Crucially, the existing loan agreement contains no purchase clause. Joseph must return to Elland Road this summer unless the clubs negotiate new terms. Leeds United previously rejected Mallorca’s attempt to include a buy option of €5–6 million. It clearly proves that the Yorkshire club value the player much higher than Mallorca wants to pay.

Does Leeds United’s Own Relegation Battle Complicate Joseph’s Future?

MALLORCA, SPAIN – FEBRUARY 28: Mateo Joseph of RCD Mallorca and Sergio Gomez of Real Sociedad competes for the ball during the LaLiga EA Sports match between RCD Mallorca and Real Sociedad at Estadio de Son Moix on February 28, 2026 in Mallorca, Spain. (Photo by Rafa Babot/Getty Images)

The situation gets complicated when looking at Leeds United. They currently sit 15th in the Premier League, and they are only three points clear of the relegation zone. The club are fighting for survival in its first season back in the top flight.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin has scored ten times for Leeds United, and Lukas Nmecha has added six Premier League goals. Consequently, Joseph’s spot in the attacking rotation looks weak. His loan tally of two goals and three assists does not justify a spot in the starting lineup. Furthermore, his pre-season exit remains a problem. He refused to attend training in Germany before his move.

If Leeds United drop back to the Championship, the situation changes. Joseph would likely join Daniel Farke‘s squad in the second tier. Therefore, extending the Mallorca loan for another year might suit Leeds United perfectly, as it buys time and protects his market value. It also possibly avoids an awkward reunion that neither side seem to want yet.