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Leeds United have reached an agreement with Borussia Monchengladbach centre-back Nico Elvedi. United’s pre-season draw in Dublin was another encouraging performance for some players. But, it also continued to highlight that Daniel Farke’s summer business is nowhere near done. Depth is vital from hereon in certain positions, including centre-back as Sebastiaan Bornauw nears an exit. Leeds United reach agreement with Nico Elvedi over transfer – Formal club approach to follow With Bornauw going, it would mean United need steady centre-back cover ideally as soon as possible. Specifically speaking, it seemed obvious that Nico Elvedi would be someone that Farke would float in discussions with the recruitment team. The Swiss international was a key player under Farke during his one season at Borussia Monchengladbach. Now, Florian Plettenberg reports that United have reached an agreement on personal terms to sign Elvedi from Gladbach, over a three-year contract. What remains is a formal approach to be accepted, with Leeds expected to submit that offer imminently. Leeds United need centre-back depth – Nico Elvedi would make plenty of sense now As Bornauw heads out, it makes a lot of sense to sign a centre-back like Elvedi that comes with a lot of experience. And, later in this window, it’s got to be someone we trust to fit right in. Given his previous work under Farke, he’s someone who could be integrated quite swiftly. The fact we’ve agreed terms with the player does suggest this could move fast. Leeds wouldn’t have got this far without an indication that Gladbach will sell for a reasonable fee.