Leeds United close deal for Nico Elvedi through 2029

Leeds United have agreed personal terms with Nico Elvedi on a contract running until 2029, according to reports. The 29-year-old Swiss centre-back is reportedly open to completing the move before the summer transfer deadline. The deal would end Elvedi’s decade-long spell at Borussia Mönchengladbach and give Daniel Farke’s squad a major defensive boost ahead of the 2026-27 Premier League season. The main issue is the transfer fee. Leeds and Mönchengladbach are still negotiating a price, with expectations in the €8M to €10.5M range. An earlier Leeds bid of €8.5M was rejected, suggesting the clubs are close but not aligned. Elvedi, who joined Mönchengladbach from FC Zürich in 2015 and has made 300+ Bundesliga appearances, is seen as a strong, experienced reinforcement. Reports indicate Leeds could be targeting a direct replacement role, potentially filling the void left by Sebastiaan Bornauw. Multiple sources, including Sky Germany and The Athletic, say Nico Elvedi is eager to finalize the transfer before the deadline. With the window closing, the key question is whether Leeds can bridge the gap between the rejected €8.5M offer and Mönchengladbach’s valuation.