Karl Darlow uncertainty ‘to stall’ Leeds United goalkeeper overhaul | OneFootball

Leeds United’s goalkeeping overhaul under Daniel Farke is being hampered by Karl Darlow’s contract delay. According to Sky Sports, the free agent is stalling despite being offered fresh terms.

That hesitation is disrupting transfer planning, with no clarity on whether he would compete for the number one shirt or settle as an experienced backup.

Illan Meslier has departed on a free and last year’s signing Lucas Perri failed to convince, so Leeds have shortlisted alternatives, notably Japan’s FIFA World Cup keeper Zion Suzuki.

Any move for a high profile target requires a defined hierarchy and budget, which remain unresolved while Darlow deliberates.

Everton and Manchester United have registered concrete interest in signing Darlow on a free, adding pressure to Leeds’ negotiations.

Without assurances of being first choice ahead of any potential arrival like Suzuki, re-signing makes less sense, and a prominent backup role under Jordan Pickford or a secondary spot in Manchester could appeal.

For Farke, the wait is turning into a headache, and key summer business stays on hold until Darlow decides.

Source: Leedsunited.news