Leeds United defender Sebastiaan Bornauw nears Hamburg move

Leeds United defender Sebastiaan Bornauw is nearing a move to Bundesliga side Hamburg. While negotiations remain open and no medical has been scheduled, Bornauw is expected to miss Hamburg’s upcoming trip to France for a friendly against Toulouse as the club seeks to bolster its defense.

Leeds United appears prepared to facilitate the exit of the 27-year-old Belgian, who has seen limited playing time under manager Daniel Farke. To mitigate the loss, the club is working to secure Borussia Monchengladbach defender Nico Elvedi. Data suggests Elvedi would represent a significant upgrade for the squad, outperforming Bornauw in several defensive metrics including interceptions, tackles, and aerial duels won.