Leeds United have been advised against selling Brenden Aaronson this summer. The USMNT star has been in fine form, with his hard-running and four goals helping to turn the tide in the 2025-26 season.

What happened?

Brenden Aaronson joined Leeds United in 2022 for a £25 million transfer fee. His debut campaign was disappointing, with only one goal scored as Leeds suffered relegation from the Premier League.

Why it matters for Leeds United

Ex-Whites defender Matthew Kilgallon has praised Aaronson's attitude and form, saying he was like Lionel Messi in the second half of the season. Kilgallon believes Leeds should keep Aaronson, citing his importance to the team's changing room dynamics.

Transfer market

Aaronson is currently in the shop window at the World Cup, where he has been handed a starting berth by Mauricio Pochettino for the United States' final Group D fixture against Turkiye. His performances will likely attract attention from other clubs, but Leeds United should be wary of allowing him to leave. | Category | Stat | | --- | --- | | League standing | 14th in Premier League, 47 pts, 11W-14D-13L from 38 games, recent form LWDWD | | Goals this season | 49 scored, 56 conceded (-7 goal difference) | | Title race | 38 points behind leaders Arsenal