Leeds Snatch Winger from Eintracht in Deadline Day Swoop

Leeds United, home to Bulgarian international Ilia Gruev, has successfully finalized a deal for Eintracht Frankfurt winger Jean-Matteo Bahoya, the club announced. The 21-year-old arrives at Elland Road on a loan deal worth £1.7 million, with an option to make the move permanent next summer for £19.7 million. The agreement also includes potential add-ons totaling just over £4 million, which the German club could receive based on the player's performance.

The Frenchman joined Eintracht in the winter of 2024, with the German side paying Angers €8 million for his services. Last season, he registered 4 goals and 4 assists in 37 appearances across all competitions. Bahoya, who has Cameroonian roots, is Leeds' second signing from the German "Eagles" this summer, following the earlier acquisition of Mihael Zetterer. The Yorkshire club has been busy in the transfer market this summer, spending around €100 million on new players, in addition to securing several loan deals.