Active in Premier League
Sean Longstaff
Midfielder #8
Age 28 years
Nationality England
Market Value €16M
Career
L
◀ 2025 Leeds from Newcastle
L
2025 Leeds from Newcastle
N
2018 Newcastle from Blackpool
B
2017 Blackpool from Newcastle
K
2017 Kilmarnock from Newcastle
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Sean David Longstaff is a above average ARCHITECT for Leeds. Evidence: 2.00 Key Passes/90.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Defense (74/100) but has room to grow in Dribbling.
Physical profile: Light And Agile.
Sean David Longstaff Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Midfielders
Height 44%
Weight 6%
Experience 72%
vs Premier League
Height 31%
Weight 6%
Experience 70%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 11
Shooting 42
Defense 74
Workrate 52
Passing 66
Key Strength 74 Defense
Area to Watch 11 Dribbling
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Sean David Longstaff this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2026 | Leeds 0-0 Brentford | ' | - | - | - | 18 |
| Mar 15, 2026 | Crystal Palace 0-0 Leeds | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 39 |
| Mar 03, 2026 | Leeds 0-1 Sunderland | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Leeds 0-1 Manchester City | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Aston Villa 1-1 Leeds | 12' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 49 |
| Feb 10, 2026 | Chelsea 2-2 Leeds | 1' | - | 0 | 0 | 94 |
| Feb 06, 2026 | Leeds 3-1 Nottingham Forest | 18' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Leeds 0-4 Arsenal | 48' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 54 |
| Jan 26, 2026 | Everton 1-1 Leeds | 9' | 6.2 | - | - | 31 |
| Jan 26, 2026 | Girona 1-1 Getafe | 10' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 48 |
| Jan 17, 2026 | Leeds 1-0 Fulham | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 39 |
| Jan 04, 2026 | Leeds 1-1 Manchester United | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 36 |
| Nov 23, 2025 | Leeds 1-2 Aston Villa | 90' | 7.3 | - | 0 | 79 |
| Nov 23, 2025 | Auxerre 0-0 Lyon | 97' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Nov 09, 2025 | Nottingham Forest 3-1 Leeds | 74' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 68 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 13, 2026 | Manchester United vs Leeds | 61 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | Leeds vs Wolves | 42 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Bournemouth vs Leeds | 44 |
| May 02, 2026 | Leeds vs Burnley | 52 |
| May 09, 2026 | Tottenham vs Leeds | 42 |
| May 17, 2026 | Leeds vs Brighton | 45 |
| May 24, 2026 | West Ham vs Leeds | 54 |
Player Market Value
Track Sean David Longstaff's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €16.0M
Peak Value €25.0M (Q2'23)
€25.0M €12.5M €0
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Sean Longstaff is Leeds United's Silver Wall, a midfield anchor who arrived at Elland Road with a pedigree built at the highest level. A two-time League Cup winner, Longstaff brings the grit and tactical discipline of a player who has spent a decade navigating the pressures of the top flight, now establishing himself as a bedrock in the center of the pitch.
Acting as the team's primary defensive specialist, his impact is felt through his Defense rating of 75, which highlights his ability to break up play and shield the backline. With 15 appearances and over 940 minutes clocked, Longstaff has proven to be an established presence, though he is currently searching for rhythm as he goes through a quiet spell following a high-intensity start. While his primary duty is to deny the opposition, his role as an ARCHITECT remains a vital secondary weapon, utilizing his vision to transition play once the ball is won.
Despite his market value showing a falling trend at €16M, his value to the tactical setup remains significant. As Leeds looks to find consistency, Longstaff’s Balance and experience in high-stakes matches will be crucial for the squad to stabilize their form in the coming months.