£8.5m forward won’t play for Leeds again because of Calvert-Lewin

Dominic Calvert-Lewin looks like he has ended a Leeds United attacker's career at Elland Road.

By Dan Emery · Football Fancast

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 4:15 PM

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Dan Emery argues forward Mateo Joseph may not play for Leeds United again due to Dominic Calvert-Lewin's strong form.
Leeds previously agreed an £8.5m permanent transfer fee with Real Betis before Joseph joined Mallorca on loan.
Calvert-Lewin has scored four Premier League goals in seven matches this season, including against Manchester United in a 1-1 draw.

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Writer Dan Emery argues that forward Mateo Joseph may never play for Leeds United again due to the impressive form of Dominic Calvert-Lewin. Calvert-Lewin has become Daniel Farke's established first-choice striker, scoring four goals in the opening seven Premier League games of the 2026/27 campaign, including an equalizer in a 1-1 draw against Manchester United.

In contrast, Joseph previously struggled on loan at Mallorca, scoring twice in 29 LaLiga appearances before suffering an ACL injury. Valued at £8.5m after a previously agreed deal with Real Betis, Joseph is sidelined until January, leading Emery to suggest the 23-year-old will seek a permanent or loan exit.

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£8.5m forward won’t play for Leeds again because of Calvert-Lewin

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