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‘Dereliction of his duties’ – The Athletic journo shares why Bielsa hasn’t signed Leeds contract
According to The Athletic’s Philip Buckingham, Leeds United head coach Marcelo Bielsa believes to be distracted by contract talks would be a dereliction of his duties with fixtures still to be fulfilled. The Whites have two more Premier League games left in the campaign, and the Argentine wants to remain fully focused ahead of the tasks ahead. With just a few months left on his current contract, Bielsa has been linked with the Tottenham Hotspur job as Jose Mourinho’s potential replacement, while Leeds have reportedly contacted AS Roma manager Paulo Fonseca as they make contingency plans should the 65-year-old walk away. However, it does not appear that Spurs will be getting their hands on the Argentine anytime soon. Bielsa is expected to sign another one-year deal once the season ends, and...
Leeds recall key duo, Spurs defender out, Toffees sweating on playmaker’s fitness
The 36th round of fixtures in the Premier League features some vital matches at the top end of the EPL table. We’ll update this story with reports, results, highlights and the latest Premier League standings throughout the weekend. The action got underway on Friday evening, with Manchester City winning 4-3 at Newcastle United – Ferran Torres (3) and Joao Cancelo got their goals. Leeds United demolished Burnley 4-0 at Turf Moor in the early kick-off on Saturday – Rodrigo (2), Mateusz Klich and Jack Harrison were on the scoresheet. Southampton vs Fulham and Brighton & Hove Albion vs West Ham United completes the Saturday line-up. There are four games on Sunday, three of which could have a major bearing on who qualifies for Europe this season. Liverpool have a golden opportunity to move j...
Alan Shearer’s three-word reaction as Steve Bruce pips Leeds boss to award
Newcastle United head coach has emerged as April’s Premier League manager of the month after guiding his side to two wins and two victories last month. The Magpies picked up eight points which proved enough in eventually steering them to safety, and not many would have seen them impressing against the calibre of opposition they faced. Newcastle started the month with a 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur before securing impressive wins over Burnley and West Ham United. The St. James’ Park outfit ended April with a 1-1 draw with Liverpool, and they are now set to play Premier League football next season after March’s relegation scare. Newcastle boss pipped Leeds United’s Marcelo Bielsa, Manchester United’s Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and West Bromwich Albion’s Sam Allardyce to the gong, and former ...
‘We would just buy him’: Leeds chief responds when asked about £34m Liverpool target
Leeds fans, don’t get your hopes up high. Whisper the name – Rodrigo De Paul – to Leeds fans, and the internet will go frenzy. The 26-year-old was heavily linked with a move to Leeds last summer, and it seems the interest (even if totally fabricated by the media) has not died down. Earlier this week, Il Milanista claimed that the 26-year-old is a player in demand, with Udinese valuing him at around €40 million (£34m). Leeds are being thrown into the mix once again, while the recruitment team from Anfield are keeping tabs on him as well. Liverpool need to sign a midfielder this summer, with Gini Wijnaldum expected to leave on a free transfer. The Yorkshire club could also be looking to sign a midfielder this summer, but they are probably looking at a player with differe...
SL View: Leeds could strike gold as they eye £50m hitman on Man Utd radar
Leeds United are interested in Slavia Prague forward Abdallah Sima ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Football Insider. The 19-year-old has been in fine form this term, scoring 19 goals in 36 games across all competitions. Sima’s form has not only attracted Leeds, with Everton, Arsenal, Manchester United, West Ham United, Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus also keen on the Senegalese. Slavia have already received a £25 million bid for the forward from an unnamed club, but they value him at £50m after slapping that price on his head in January. However, they are expected to accept a lesser fee this summer, and Leeds should not hesitate to go after his signature. Sima has excelled playing on the wings for the Czech giants, and Whites head coach Marcelo Bielsa could utilise his q...
Leeds man reportedly on the verge of signing new Elland Road deal amidst Spurs links
Leeds United head coach Marcelo Bielsa is on the verge of agreeing a new deal at Elland Road, according to The Telegraph. The Argentine’s current contract ends at the end of the season, and he has been linked with succeeding Jose Mourinho at Tottenham Hotspur. Spurs are weighing up a move for Bielsa as they narrow down their list ahead of interviewing candidates for the job. However, the latest reports will end fears that the Leeds boss could walk away once his contract ends. The 65-year-old has signed one-year contracts ahead of every season since joining the Yorkshire giants in the summer of 2018, and he is now expected to do so once the campaign ends. Tottenham will have to strike Bielsa’s name off their target list from the look of things, and Leeds fans will be delighted with the late...
Spurs reportedly weighing up move for manager Pochettino called ‘my football father’
Tottenham Hotspur are weighing up a move for Leeds United head coach Marcelo Bielsa in their search for Jose Mourinho’s permanent replacement, according to Football Insider. Spurs have been linked with many names since the Portuguese was shown the exit door last month, and the Argentine is one of the latest to be linked with the job. Bielsa is in his third season at Leeds and his deal expires at the end of the campaign. The 65-year-old has only signed one-year contracts since joining the Elland Road side, and he is expected to do so again this summer. That would not stop Spurs from sounding him out, and it remains to be seen whether they can get him interviewed as they prepare to talk to candidates in the coming days. Former Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez is also on Tottenham’s rada...
Bielsa suggests Leeds star available vs Burnley, three players miss out
Leeds United will face Burnley in their next Premier League game at Turf Moor on Saturday. Ahead of the match, Marcelo Bielsa has confirmed that Leeds skipper Liam Cooper is available for selection once again. Cooper was absent during Leeds’ 3-1 win over Tottenham with a gluteus injury last weekend. Before that, the Whites skipper was suspended for three games after he was sent off in Leeds’ 2-1 win over Manchester City last month. Bielsa has now confirmed that he is fit to play against the Clarets. “He has recovered his health – he hasn’t got any injuries which prevent him from participating,” said Bielsa as quoted by Leeds Live. The Argentine has got a near-fully fit squad to choose from for the trip to Turf Moor, with just Helder Costa, Joe Gelhardt and Adam Forshaw missing. With ...
9 goals & 11 assists: Liverpool and Leeds leading the chase for £34m-rated star
Liverpool have been linked with a move for Argentine international Rodrigo De Paul this summer. According to a report from Il Milanista, the 26-year-old is a player in demand, with Udinese valuing him at around €40 million (£34m). The report states that the Reds are likely to face competition from Leeds United, who remain interested in signing the midfielder. The Whites were heavily linked with De Paul last summer, but the Italian club’s valuation scuppered the potential transfer. Liverpool need to sign a quality central midfielder this summer, with Gini Wijnaldum expected to leave on a free transfer. De Paul has been outstanding for the Italian club this season and would be a quality addition to Jurgen Klopp’s midfield. He has bagged nine goals and 11 assists this term and would be a much...
Leeds linked with a move for £31m-rated South American this summer
Leeds United have once again been linked with a move for Uruguayan midfielder Nahitan Nandez. According to Cento Trentuno, the Premier League side are not the only ones keeping tabs on the 25-year-old, with Napoli, Inter Milan and Roma also keen. Nandez has a release clause of €36 million (£31m) in his contract, and Marcelo Bielsa has tried to sign the player in the past. Bielsa loves to play a high pressing game, and Nandez’s endurance could be very useful for Leeds next season. The deep-lying playmaker can also chip in with goals and assists. The Uruguayan has contributed to five goals from midfield this season. Nandez has the ability to operate as a right-sided midfielder, and his versatility could be priceless for Leeds as they look to build on a solid campaign. The opportuni...
‘From what I’m told’: Journalist reveals what he has heard about £20m Leeds target
Leeds United are reportedly interested in Borna Sosa. According to Croatian agent Franjo Vranjkovic, Leeds have already made a bid for the highly-rated left-back. It has been claimed that the Whites have submitted a bid in the region of £20 million for the Stuttgart star. However, David Anderson of The Mirror has claimed that Leeds have not made an approach to sign the 23-year-old. From what I’m told, Leeds have not made an approach to Stuttgart for their Croatian defender Borna Sosa. #lufc — David Anderson (@MirrorAnderson) May 12, 2021 SL View Sosa has been in terrific form for this season for the German club. He has bagged 10 assists in the Bundesliga and is being monitored by several Premier League clubs. The Croatian agent has claimed that Sosa is particularly keen to ...
Leeds & David Moyes reportedly want £20m Brazilian attacker Leipzig are serious about signing
Leeds United and West Ham United want West Bromwich Albion attacking midfielder Matheus Pereira this summer, according to Express Sport. The Brazilian scored 10 goals and weighed in with five assists in 31 Premier League games for the Baggies this term, but they were not enough to keep them up. However, Pereira has attracted suitors due to his brilliant individual campaign, with Leicester City and Bundesliga side RB Leipzig also keen on him. Brendan Rodgers is said to be at the front of the queue for his signature, while the Germans are serious about signing the £20 million-rated 25-year-old. West Ham are lining up alternatives should they fail in their attempt to sign Jesse Lingard from Manchester United permanently, and Pereira has been identified as a potential target. Leeds want to str...
