Leeds United have reportedly agreed personal terms with Borussia Monchengladbach defender Nico Elvedi ahead of a move to Elland Road.

The Whites have had a strong summer transfer window so far as they look to establish themselves as a Premier League outfit, having avoided relegation in their first season back in the top flight last season, finishing 14th.

Daniel Farke has already added to his squad by bringing in Harry Wilson from Fulham on a free transfer, Tarik Muharemovic from Sassuolo for £34m, and goalkeeper James Trafford for a club-record £40m from Man City, but the club are still keen to make more additions, and a deal to strengthen the defence further is now edging closer.

According to a post on X by Sky Sports Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg, Leeds have reached a full agreement with Gladbach star Elvedi over a contract until 2029 to take him to Elland Road.

The centre-back is understood to be ‘very open’ to a move to the Premier League before the September 1st deadline, and the Bundesliga outfit are open to a sale under the right conditions.

Leeds are preparing to make a formal offer to the club and are expected to make it soon, which could spark an agreement in the coming weeks.

The 29-year-old was a regular for Switzerland at the World Cup this summer, starting all six of their games, and enjoyed a strong season in Germany last season, making 33 appearances as they finished 12th in the division.

After losing Pascal Struijk to Brighton, and moving to a back-three system last season which helped them stay in the Premier League, Farke has made defensive reinforcements a priority, and he his now edging towards bringing in a player he knows very well.

Farke Absolutely Loves Elvedi

Prior to taking over at Elland Road in 2023, Farke spent one season as manager at Borussia Monchengladbach, and worked alongside Elvedi.

He was hugely impressed by the Swiss defender, labelling him as ‘one of the best defenders in Europe’.

NFL training camps are meant to be a unifying experience for players and staff. It is a chance to shake off the cobwebs and recharge with hopes of a successful season lying ahead of them.

What happens when things go awry at these camps? Well, the world saw the results after an NFL training camp descended into chaos with punches being thrown between teammates, and a star player was spotted hobbling off to the side of the field.

It is reported the altercation began because of a late shove by one player, and it resulted in the two squaring up. It was quickly settled, but the coaches decided to keep both players in for the next play, which resulted in the two exchanging blows before being separated by teammates.

The pair broke through the crowd to continue the skirmish, with players and staff once again struggling to keep the two separated.

Team drills were halted after the fight had simmered down and after a group huddle to reset, practice continued without the two players.

The event took place during day 11 of the Philadelphia Eagles‘ training camp.

Details of Explosive Training Camp

“I’m just so excited to see all the guys compete,” head coach Nick Sirianni said. “At the end of the day, this business is for people that are ultra-competitive, and it’s always good to go against somebody else. Sometimes at this point of camp, you’re like, ‘Man, I just want to hit somebody else and go against somebody else.'”

The players in question, Fred Johnson and Moro Ojomo, were also supported by Eagles running back Tank Bigsby, who told The Athletic: “It’s camp. That’s the way of brothers saying I love you in a different way, honestly.”

Injury Scare Also Suffered During Training Camp

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There were further issues for the Eagles as running back Saquon Barkley appeared to tweak his left foot during 11 on 11s.

It has been reported that the tweak resulted in Barkley’s cleat coming off while trainers examined the potential injury.

Barkley will be looking to redeem himself after a disappointing 2025 season. He does have great performances in his locker as he rushed for over 2,000 yards and 13 touchdowns, helping the Eagles pick up their second-ever Super Bowl in 2024.

Bigsby, Will Shipley, Dameon Pierce, Carson Steele, and Ja’Quinden Jackson are the options to fill in for Barkley.

With day 11 of training camp being one to remember, the Eagles will go into their first pre-season game against the Baltimore Ravens tightly strung.

While they will be missing their star running back, the team will certainly be looking to feed off the intensity felt during training camp, particularly Johnson and Ojomo.

Football isn’t just about what happens for 90 minutes on the pitch. For many supporters, what happens in the stands can be just as important, with fans desperate to make their voices heard and give their team that extra push. There is nothing quite like a packed home ground, with thousands of supporters singing, shouting and doing everything they can to make life as uncomfortable as possible for the opposition.

Home advantage isn’t simply about knowing the pitch or avoiding a long journey. A raucous crowd can lift players when they need it most, turn the pressure up on visiting teams and make a stadium feel like a fortress. Some fanbases have made a real art of it, creating atmospheres that become part of the identity of the club itself.

Naturally, every set of supporters will argue that their home crowd is the loudest and most passionate around. But when it comes to the Premier League, which clubs really have the home support to back up those claims? We’ve put that question AI, which has come back with some interesting results.

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Bournemouth

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What AI said: “Very small capacity (just over 11,000) severely limits the volume and intensity, making it consistently ranked the quietest home in the Premier League.”

Bournemouth’s biggest limitation is that they not only have the smallest stadium in the division, but their rapid rise from League Two to the Premier League has also left their local fanbase playing catch-up with a success story that has felt like it happened overnight.

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Fulham

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What AI said: “Charming riverside ground with a pleasant atmosphere, but generally one of the quieter and least intimidating in the league.”

Described in one word by AI as ‘posh’, Fulham’s Craven Cottage can often be a little on the quieter side due to fans treating it as a sport you watch rather than cheer at. A more sterile atmosphere can be a positive, though, and certainly means there are fewer incidents of violence or other unwanted negatives.

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Hull City

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What AI said: “Modern bowl design often struggles to generate consistent noise; can be good when full and winning, but frequently ranks lower for atmosphere.”

Regionally, Hull is better known for its rugby than it is football. And while the Tigers’ fanbase will need to have its voice heard if they are to exceed expectations and survive relegation after winning last season’s Championship playoffs, the MKM stadium’s openness means sound travels outside of the venue far too easily.

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Brentford

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What AI said: “Compact and committed core of fans create a lively environment for its size, though it lacks scale.”

Brentford fan’s rendition of ‘Hey Jude’ by the Beatles before every home match is a welcome earworm to the Premier League, but there’s no denying that they still operate in the huge shadows of other London clubs. Loyalty isn’t an issue, and their friendliness make them among the best overall, but a lack of original chants and volume sees them suffer in this ranking.

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Brighton & Hove Albion

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What AI said: “Modern and well-backed, but the bowl design and relatively polite crowd usually produce a more restrained feel.”

AI describes Brighton’s fanbase as ‘polite’ and ‘restrained’, almost as though the Seagulls are happy with where they are now, regularly fighting for European qualification, churning out hidden gems using their enviable scouting system, operating far from the financial struggles they were previously engulfed in just over a decade ago. Perhaps there’s no reason to be loud when Fabian Hurzeler’s side are already consistently getting the job done.

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Ipswich Town

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What AI said: “Loyal, positive support that fills the ground and generates a solid, lively atmosphere, especially after recent success under McKenna.”

Portman Road is a rickety, close-to-the-pitch traditional English football ground, and thus has all the ingredients to generate an incredible atmosphere. But AI suggests it ranks fairly lowly compared to the rest of the topflight.

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Coventry City

What AI said: “Rapidly improved atmosphere driven by the “Singers’ Corner” and strong attendances after their long-awaited return; passionate and growing.”

Coventry is one of the biggest one-club cities in the UK. Also thanks to a dedicated signing section, the Sky Blue fans can make one hell of a racket. The only thing holding them back from ranking higher is the Ricoh Arena – for the majority of their history, the club hasn’t even owned their stadium, and their identity is lost a bit with that.

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Chelsea

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What AI said: “Strong on big days from the Matthew Harding End, but often criticised for being inconsistent and less intimidating.”

Low roofs on either side of Stamford Bridge make it easy for Chelsea to generate a wall of noise during more important matches, but they have earnt a reputation as being nowhere near as good as some of their rivals, with their biggest fault lying within the consistency of rowdy occasions.

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Manchester City

What AI said: “Better than the old reputation, especially on European nights, but still mid-table for consistent week-to-week intensity.”

Everyone is aware of the fact Manchester City lost 8-1 to Middlesbrough in 2008, before Sheikh Mansour’s takeover completely changed how the Cityzens were perceived. That sudden, overnight success, saw an influx of touristic fans – especially from 2016 onwards, with people choosing to love the club for Pep Guardiola’s playing style. They still get older, local fans, but newbies flatten the atmosphere after becoming so used to winning.

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Tottenham

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What AI said: “Designed for volume with the huge single-tier South Stand; excellent when the crowd is fully into it.”

Tottenham’s futuristic new stadium, which cost them £1 billion, was built with atmosphere in mind. Unlike soulless bowls of the early 2000s, White Hart Lane’s direct replacement comes with steep stands and acoustics, but back-to-back seasons with close shaves with relegation mean there hasn’t been too much to shout about in N17 – though huge spending this summer could soon change that.