Leeds United Star ranked just behind Bruno Fernandes in standout premier league stat

Leeds Confident Summer Signings Can Keep Them in the Premier League

Leeds United believe their summer recruitment has brought in players capable of securing their Premier League status — and potentially offering significant value for money. Among the new arrivals, one name is already standing out: Anton Stach.

The German midfielder turned down Champions League opportunities to join Leeds from Hoffenheim in the summer, and early signs suggest it was a major coup for the club.

Anton Stach Shining Bright in the Premier League

Stach has hit the ground running in England, quickly establishing himself as a key figure in the heart of Leeds’ midfield. Known primarily as a defensive midfielder, he’s shown his versatility with a dynamic, box-to-box role — and his creativity has surprised many.

In fact, only Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes has created more chances than Stach in the opening three Premier League games. Fernandes leads with 12, while Stach isn’t far behind on 10 — an impressive tally for a player many expected to be focused on breaking up play rather than making it.

Leeds were targeting a creative midfielder during the window but fell short of signing one. Instead, Stach has stepped into that role with confidence and quality, becoming the unexpected creative engine of the team.

The club is confident that the £17 million paid to Hoffenheim for the 24-year-old could soon be viewed as one of the best-value transfers of the window.

Conversion Remains the Concern

Despite Stach’s standout performances and chance creation, Leeds have struggled to convert opportunities into goals. After three Premier League matches, they’ve yet to score from open play — their only goal so far came from the penalty spot.

This lack of end product has raised concerns about their attacking options. Neither Lukas Nmecha nor Dominic Calvert-Lewin has proven consistently reliable in front of goal, and while Joel Piroe has shown promise, he remains untested at Premier League level.

If Leeds are to avoid being dragged into a relegation scrap early in the season, someone in the frontline must match Stach’s level — and start putting those chances away.