Leeds close in on £17m AC Milan signing as Medical set to take place

**Leeds United Nears £17m Signing of AC Milan’s Noah Okafor**

Leeds United are on the brink of securing their ninth signing of the summer transfer window, with AC Milan’s versatile forward Noah Okafor set to join for a reported €20m (£17.25m). Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed the deal is all but finalized, with the 25-year-old Swiss international scheduled to travel to Yorkshire for a medical within the next 24 hours. Okafor is poised to sign a four-year contract with an option for an additional season, bolstering Leeds’ attacking options for their Premier League return.

The Whites, fresh off a 1-0 victory over Everton in their Premier League opener, are eager to add firepower to avoid relegation. Okafor, who can play across the front line, brings pace and flair, though his time at Milan was marred by injuries and limited game time, including a loan spell at Napoli last season where he made just four appearances. Despite these concerns, Leeds are confident their medical team can manage his fitness, with manager Daniel Farke personally pushing for the transfer.

Okafor’s arrival follows the signings of Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Lukas Nmecha, as Farke seeks to build a robust squad. The Switzerland international, previously a standout at RB Salzburg, is expected to compete with Wilfried Gnonto and Largie Ramazani for a starting spot, adding depth and versatility. While the deal awaits final medical approval, Leeds’ proactive transfer strategy signals their ambition to stay in the Premier League. Fans will hope Okafor can rediscover his Salzburg form and help the Whites defy expectations this season.

*Sources: Fabrizio Romano (X), The Leeds Press, Leeds United News*[](https://www.leedsunited.news/transfers/leeds-united-now-close-to-completing-ninth-summer-signing-with-17-25m-fee-agreed/)[](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/soccer/news/leeds-united-close-finalising-transfer-ac-milan-forward/3ffc15144e275f6abcb92c66)[](https://www.givemesport.com/noah-okafor-leeds-united-transfer-news-ac-milan-premier-league/)