Leeds United
Leeds reportedly made contact with Serie A manager recently, Napoli want him too
According to Sportitalia TV journalist Gianluigi Longari, Leeds United recently made contact with Roma manager Paulo Fonseca. Ancora tutto da scrivere il futuro di #Fonseca dopo il termine della stagione con l’addio alla #Roma. I club che hanno avanzato qualche contatto nell’ultimo periodo sono #Napoli Crystal Palace #CPFC Nizza #OGCN e Leeds #LUFC che sta anche trattando con #Bielsa. @tvdellosport — Gianluigi Longari (@Glongari) May 1, 2021 The Elland Road outfit want to extend the contract of head coach Marcelo Bielsa beyond the end of the season, but the Argentine is yet to put pen-to-paper on a new deal. He has signed one-year contracts every summer since joining Leeds, and while the club expect him to do so again in the coming weeks, it appears that they have a contingency plan in pla...
‘Very close’: Mark Lawrenson states his prediction for Brighton vs Leeds
Leeds United will travel to Amex Stadium to face Brighton and Hove Albion in the Premier League on Saturday. Former Liverpool defender turned popular football pundit, Mark Lawrenson, has predicted a 2-1 victory for Leeds. The last time when the two sides met, Brighton won 1-0 at Elland Road. Lawrenson has suggested that it will be another close contest. However, he thinks Leeds will emerge victorious. He told BBC Sport: “I watched Brighton win at Elland Road in January and I’d argue the Seagulls haven’t played better than that very often this season. “Graham Potter’s side stood up to Leeds that day, and in the end they won comfortably – although typically they only scored once. “This time, I think it is going to be very close.” Leeds have done exceedingly well under Marcelo Bielsa in...
Man City reportedly join Klopp & European giants in the race for Leeds star
According to Sportitalia TV journalist Gianluigi Longari, Manchester City have joined Manchester United and Liverpool in the race for Leeds United winger Raphinha. Manchester City join the race for Leeds United winger #Raphinha. Manchester United and Liverpool still interested in him, confirmed. Nothing decided yet cause #LUFC want to keep him. #MUFC #LFC #MCFC @tvdellosport — Gianluigi Longari (@Glongari) April 30, 2021 The Brazilian attacking midfielder has hit the ground running since moving to Elland Road from Rennes last summer, and the Premier League bigwigs are keeping tabs on him. Sportslens View Raphinha has six goals and six assists in 26 league games for Leeds thus far, and he has been a huge miss for head coach Marcelo Bielsa’s side since getting injured. His last appearance ca...
‘More than serious’ – Bielsa confirms provides latest Leeds injury update, three players missing vs Brighton
Leeds United will face Brighton and Hove Albion in the Premier League at the Amex Stadium on Saturday. Ahead of the match, Marcelo Bielsa has covered various topics, including the team news. The Argentine has confirmed that Raphinha will miss the game with a thigh injury. Another summer signing, Rodrigo, is healthy but not fit enough to start. Leeds skipper Liam Cooper is also missing as he serves the final game of his three-match ban. TEAM NEWS: LEEDS UNITED Brighton away (Sat, KO:3pm) ✅ Rodrigo (muscle) recovered but not definitely in squad ❌ Raphinha (thigh) still feeling pain from haematoma. Close to final stages of recovery ❌ Liam Cooper serves final game of 3-match ban #lufc pic.twitter.com/47jDxj7W7X — Adam Pope (@apopey) April 29, 2021 More on Raphinha The Braz...
Leeds United in April: Unbeaten, unexpected Premier League windfall and summer transfer targets
Leeds United have had an impressive return to the Premier League after 16 years, and they are in line for a top half of the table finish after an unbeaten run in April 2021. Unbeaten run: The Yorkshire outfit restarted the proceedings after the international break with a 2-1 victory over Sheffield United at Elland Road. They had a tough schedule thereon with Manchester City, Liverpool and Manchester United to face, but they have come out with flying colours. The 2-1 victory over City with 10 men was undoubtedly their best result of the season, but they will be equally pleased with draws against Liverpool and United. While Leeds were flourishing going forward earlier this term, there was some criticism from the neutrals over their vulnerability at the back. They have made a vast improvement...
Leeds star set for contract extension this summer, new deal could double his wages
Leeds United are looking to agree on a new deal with Stuart Dallas. According to Football Insider, the 30-year-old has two years left on his current deal and the Premier League side are willing to reward him with an extension and a pay rise. Dallas has been a key player for Leeds this season and his versatility has been very useful for Marcelo Bielsa. He has been ever-present for Leeds this season and has started all 33 of their Premier League matches. Apart from his quality, Dallas’s availability is a major asset for Bielsa and the fact that he has managed to complete 32 of his 33 League games in the Premier League this term is a testament to his endurance and stamina. According to reports, the two parties are set to open talks regarding the big-money contract at the end of the season and...
Report suggests 28-yr-old linked with a move to Leeds would cost just £13m
Leeds United were linked with a move for Ajax defender Nicolas Tagliafico earlier this month, and it appears that the Dutch outfit are prepared to sell him for around £13 million. According to Daily Mail, Manchester City and Inter Milan have also been keeping tabs on the experienced left-back The reported asking price is a bargain in today’s market, and his addition to the Leeds squad would be an inspired move by them. The Argentine left-back is at the peak of his career right now and could make an immediate impact if he moves to Elland Road. Marcelo Bielsa’s side are ninth in the Premier League, but they could have been higher with a better defensive unit. Leeds have conceded 50 goals in 33 league matches, and sorting out their defensive vulnerabilities should be a top priority for Marcel...
Journalist reveals Elland Road stunt Man Utd fans are planning ahead of Leeds clash
According to talkSPORT’s Alex Crook, Manchester United fans plan to fly a plane over Elland Road today as part of their ‘GlazersOut’ campaign. Am told #MUFC fans plan to fly a plane over Elland Road today as part of their #GlazersOut campaign. Multiple supporters groups have joined together to stage the protest @talkSPORT — Alex Crook ⚽️🎙 (@alex_crook) April 25, 2021 Leeds United host the Red Devils this afternoon, and multiple supporters groups have joined together to stage a protest against their owners. Man Utd were part of the six Premier League clubs that joined the breakaway European Super League (ESL) that has since collapsed. The Red Devils fans want the Glazers family out of the Old Trafford outfit and have already staged a massive protest outside their stadi...
Rangers reportedly eyeing winger Bielsa & Everton are keeping tabs on
According to TEAMtalk, Premier League quartet Leeds United, Brighton & Hove Albion, Everton and Leicester City and Scottish Premiership champions Rangers have all watched Young Boys winger Moumi Ngamaleu ahead of potential moves this summer. The 26-year-old plays predominantly on the left but can also play on the right, and has been a key player as the Swiss outfit continue to dominate the Super League. Leeds are in the market for a winger, and head coach Marcelo Bielsa has reignited interest in Rangers star Ryan Kent. The Elland Road outfit are preparing a £15 million bid for the Light Blues attacker this summer, but manager Steven Gerrard is not likely to sanction a sale. Leeds might have to settle for Ngamaleu in the end, and the Cameroon international’s versatility could come in ha...
Reds go on the attack, Chelsea duo set for recall, boost for West Ham
The 33rd round of fixtures in the Premier League features some crucial matches at both ends 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 Everton recording a 1-0 win at Arsenal courtesy of Bernd Leno’s own goal. Liverpool’s top-four hopes suffered a blow as they were held 1-1 by Newcastle United at Anfield. Mohamed Salah put the home side ahead, but Joe Willock snatched a point for the Magpies with a 95th minute equaliser. In-form West Ham United loanee Jesse Lingard will be fit to face Chelsea in the early evening game after shrugging off the effects of cramp. Blues manager Thomas Tuchel is expected to recall Cesar Azpilicueta and Thiago Silva to his...
“I hope and believe it is possible” – Radrizzani provides an update on Bielsa’s future
Leeds United owner Andrea Radrizzani is hoping to agree on a new deal with manager Marcelo Bielsa. The Argentine manager has done a stellar job at Elland Road this season and his side are on course to finish in the top half of the Premier League this season. Bielsa helped Leeds secure promotion to the Premier League last year and his side have gone from strength to strength over the last three years. The Whites will be hoping to establish themselves as a Premier League club now and keeping Bielsa at the helm should be a top priority for them. Radrizzani has revealed in an interview with L’Equipe that he enjoys a great working relationship with the Argentine manager and he believes that an agreement could be reached. “I hope and believe it is possible,” he said. “We are in discussions. Ther...
17y/o striker training with Bielsa’s side ahead of Leeds v Man Utd clash
Leeds United under-18 star Charlie Allen has been training with the first-team ahead of Sunday’s clash against bitter rivals Manchester United. ✨Great to see 17-year-old Charlie Allen training with the first team ahead of this weekends game against Manchester United! Charlie has impressed for both #LUFC U18’s&23’s since his summer move from Linfield and was recently rewarded with his first Northern Ireland U19 call-up pic.twitter.com/p7yAGc7W3j — LUFC Youth (@leedsutdacademy) April 23, 2021 Marcelo Bielsa’s side have secured Premier League safety ahead of next season, but they are keen to finish comfortably in the top half of the table. Despite this, the Argentine head coach could hand some playing minutes to academy players over the coming weeks. Allen appears to be in the fram...
