Leeds United's 2026 retained list includes 23 players. Total weekly wage bill: £862,000. 2 contracts expire within 12 months. Managed by Daniel Farke.
Verified August 25, 2026
Leeds United
The Whites
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Leeds United Squad 2026
Goalkeepers (2)
Defenders (9)
Ethan Ampadu
Gabriel Gudmundsson
Jaka Bijol
James Justin
Jayden Bogle
Joe Rodon
Nico Elvedi
Sebastiaan Bornauw
Tarik Muharemovic
Midfielders (6)
Forwards (6)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many players are in Leeds United's squad?
Leeds United has 23 players on the retained list.
What is Leeds United's weekly wage bill?
Leeds United's total weekly wage bill is approximately £862,000.
What is the average age of Leeds United's squad?
The average age of Leeds United's squad is 26.6 years.
How many Leeds United contracts expire in the next 12 months?
2 Leeds United contracts expire within the next 12 months.
Who is the Leeds United manager?
Leeds United is currently managed by Daniel Farke.
Where does Leeds United play their home games?
Leeds United play their home matches at Elland Road.
What is Leeds United's annual wage bill?
Leeds United's annual senior-squad wage bill is approximately £44,824,000 (weekly bill of £862,000 × 52 weeks), excluding bonuses, image rights, signing-on fees and agent commissions.
How much does the average Leeds United player earn?
The average senior Leeds United player earns approximately £37,478 per week (£1,948,856 annually), based on the current 23-player retained list. Distribution is heavily skewed — top earners pull the average well above the median.
Who is Leeds United's highest-paid player?
Dominic Calvert-Lewin is currently Leeds United's top earner on a reported £70,000 per week (£3,640,000 annually).
When was Leeds United founded?
Leeds United was founded in 1919, making the club 107 years old.
What league do Leeds United play in?
Leeds United play in the Premier League for the current season.
What is the most common nationality at Leeds United?
4 Leeds United players are England nationals — 17% of the senior squad — making it the largest single nationality at the club.