Mustapha SheiduFans Can’t Genuinely Believe Who Leeds United Have Just Signed This Transfer Window for £10 Million
Leeds United fans are in absolute disbelief after the club pulled off a sensational January 2026 signing: Romano Schmid from Werder Bremen for a reported £10 million (around €11-12m base, with add-ons pushing it higher). In a market where creative midfielders of his calibre routinely command double that fee, the Whites have landed a genuine gem at a bargain price.
The 25-year-old Austrian international is a versatile attacking midfielder who excels as a No.10, winger, or even deeper in midfield—perfectly aligning with Daniel Farke’s fluid, high-pressing style. Schmid has been one of the Bundesliga’s standout performers this season, boasting impressive creativity, dribbling, and goal contributions. His ability to unlock defences and provide quality in the final third addresses Leeds’ need for more flair and depth in attack, especially alongside stars like Brenden Aaronson, Facundo Buonanotte (recent loan arrival), and Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
This move comes amid a relatively quiet window for Leeds so far, with Buonanotte joining on loan and youth prospects like Leonard Ngenge arriving. But snapping up Schmid for £10m feels like daylight robbery—especially after links to pricier targets like Jorgen Strand Larsen (£40m+) or others. Reliable sources, including Fabrizio Romano, confirmed talks progressed quickly, with the 49ers’ ownership showing real ambition to bolster the squad for Premier League survival.
Social media is exploding: “£10m for Schmid? We’re robbing Bremen blind!” one fan tweeted. Others call it “Farkeball perfection,” predicting he’ll become an instant fan favourite at Elland Road. Skeptics wonder how Leeds swung it so cheaply, but the consensus is unanimous—this is a statement signing that could transform the attack and keep Leeds safe.
Elland Road is buzzing. Could this be the spark for a late-season surge?
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