Leeds United tell Bayern Munich and Inter Milan: Tarik Muharemovic is not for sale

Leeds United have issued a firm hands-off warning to Bayern Munich, Inter Milan and the rest of Europe over defender Tarik Muharemovic. According to TeamTalk, the club has "absolutely no intention" of allowing the 23-year-old to leave in January and is prepared to take "the strongest possible stance" on his future beyond that.

  • Player: Tarik Muharemovic, 23-year-old left-sided centre-back
  • Joined: Summer 2025 from Sassuolo for £34m
  • Contract: Five-year deal running until 2031
  • Interested clubs: Bayern Munich, Inter Milan and Barcelona (long-term monitoring)
  • Leeds stance: Not for sale in January; no intention of selling at any point
  • Valuation: Would take more than £60m before a sale was even considered

Deal details

Muharemovic arrived at Elland Road in the summer from Sassuolo in a deal worth £34m, signing a five-year contract that runs until 2031. Leeds reportedly feel they have "as good as doubled their initial investment" already, with the market for elite left-sided defenders scarce and increasingly expensive.

There is no suggestion of a January exit and no indication that manager Daniel Farke wants the option of a sale at any point in the future. Leeds are "refusing to put a price tag on the star", though it has been suggested it would take "more than £60 million" before the idea of a sale was even considered. The club would "make it emphatically clear that the player is not for sale should any suitor come calling", and "entertaining any deal midway through the season is simply not on the agenda at Elland Road".

Bayern Munich and Inter Milan tracking transfer situation

Bayern Munich are said to have included Muharemovic in their defensive rebuild thinking, while Inter Milan are monitoring developments. Barcelona have also been mentioned in relation to the wider long-term picture. However, this appears to be elite-level tracking rather than an imminent breakthrough, with Leeds holding all the leverage through the player's long contract.

Why Leeds are protecting Tarik Muharemovic

Recruitment is judged on fit, timing and ceiling, and Leeds believe they have landed a major success on all three fronts. Muharemovic has "slotted effortlessly into their back three" and delivered "several classy displays" during a strong start to the Premier League season. He occupies the left-sided berth vacated by Pascal Struijk, bringing a left foot, physical presence and tactical flexibility that fits modern demands.

Internally, the club view him as someone to "grow alongside", not a player to move on at the first sign of profit. There is a notable difference between a club reluctantly resisting bids and a club actively planning around a player's long-term importance. Leeds are very much in the latter category. The £60m figure reflects broader market reality, with the source noting that "the market price for a top young centre back these days is £60-£80 million".

After last season's 14th-place finish, Leeds are progressing under Daniel Farke and the ambition is to push into the top 10. Muharemovic is seen as central to that, and the club's upward momentum has created no obvious sporting reason to consider a sale.

Talking points

  • Leeds doubling their money on Muharemovic in under a year shows the recruitment model is working, but does it also invite bigger clubs to test their resolve?
  • If Bayern and Inter are already circling, can Leeds realistically keep him beyond next summer even with a contract to 2031?
  • A £60m valuation for a 23-year-old with less than half a season in the Premier League feels steep — but is it actually below market rate for a left-footed defender?
  • Leeds' top-10 ambition depends on keeping players like Muharemovic, but selling one big asset could fund two or three signings to accelerate the project.

What happens next

The January transfer window closes at the end of the month, and Leeds have made clear they will reject any approach. Muharemovic will continue in Daniel Farke's back three as Leeds push for a top-10 finish. The next decisive moment would come in the summer, when Bayern Munich and Inter Milan could test Leeds' resolve with a formal bid exceeding £60m.

Frequently asked questions

Is Tarik Muharemovic leaving Leeds United in January?

No. Leeds have "absolutely no intention" of allowing Muharemovic to leave in January, and entertaining any deal midway through the season is not on the agenda.

How much would it take for Leeds to sell Tarik Muharemovic?

Leeds are refusing to put a price tag on him, but it has been suggested it would take "more than £60 million" before a sale was even considered.

Which clubs are interested in Tarik Muharemovic?

Bayern Munich and Inter Milan are tracking him, with Bayern including him in their defensive rebuild thinking. Barcelona have been mentioned in the wider long-term picture.

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