Leeds United Archives - Page 32 of 124 - Flashfootballnews
Home » Leeds United » Page 32

Leeds United

Victor Orta sought to sign a’special’ Leeds United player for Sevilla in January.

Victor Orta has not had the greatest of days at Sevilla since his departure from Leeds United in May 2023. Orta was fired as Elland Road’s sporting director after a succession of disastrous mistakes on player recruiting and management selections, yet he was able to secure a big job in Europe just a few weeks later. And, while Orta is well-liked by many of those who met him at Leeds, he is having a similarly difficult time at Sevilla, who are currently 15th in La Liga. Sevilla are already on their third manager of the season under Orta, and despite their troubles, they gave him the opportunity to add players in January. According to Estadio Deportivo, one of the players he attempted to sign was Leeds’ Wilfried Gnonto, who he eventually brought to West Yorkshire during his final summer transfer window. Orta wanted Gnonto in Sevilla. Throughout the transfer window, Daniel Farke and Leeds were certain that no first-team players would be sold, and that is exactly what happened. Gnonto actually faced a difficult first half of the season at Leeds because he suffered from a hangover from his summer escapades, as well as the form of others in his position. However, Farke has always believed in Gnonto, and that conviction has...

Why the ‘great’ Southampton player must return to the starting lineup for Hull City.

Southampton will try to strengthen their cause for automatic promotion on Tuesday night. The Saints will play their game in hand over second-place Leeds United when they visit Hull City at St Mary’s. A win over the Tigers would take Russell Martin’s side above the Whites, one point ahead of Daniel Farke’s side in the standings. With the visitors vying for a spot in the Championship’s top six, they will undoubtedly pose a difficult challenge for Southampton. As a result, some may argue that should consider reintroducing one player in particular to his starting lineup for this encounter. Why should Joe Aribo start for Southampton? For much of this calendar year, the Saints have been without Joe Aribo in midfield. The 27-year-old has been abroad with Nigeria for the Africa Cup of Nations, where he helped his country reach the final. He...

Must accept… The 23-year-old Leeds player admitted that he needs to work on his physique and bravery in tackles.

Since their departure in the summer, Leeds United’s loanees have had a mixed experience.   Following relegation, a number of the Whites‘ first-team players left the club, with two already securing permanent  deals abroad. Robin Koch signed a four year contract with  Eintracht Frankfurt  in January,  and Luis  Sinisterra  joined Bournemouth on a long-term contract worth roughly £20 million earlier this month. However, for some, their future remains uncertain, and there is still work to be done if they wish to leave Leeds permanently, like Brenden Aaronson, who scored his first goal at club level since August 2023 at the weekend.  But that hasn’t stopped Union Berlin director Oliver Ruhnert from telling him where he has to improve, as analyst Derek Rae reported on X earlier this week. Aaronson explained where he needs to improve. He stated, “With Brenden, it boils down to the essential theme. Brenden is a terrific footballer who must recognize that in football, a certain physical aspect is required to win the ball and battle challenges. These statements will come as no surprise to Leeds fans, and it is certainly not the first time he has faced such criticism in the recent 18-24 months.

Leeds United: Frustration for Farke as bid to reconcile Whites boss with ‘excellent’ ex-Norwich player rebuffed

Leeds United were apparently unsuccessful in their recent effort to sign Besiktas winger Milot Rashica, who formerly played for Norwich City under manager Daniel Farke. After being relegated from the Premier League at the end of last season, the Whites appear to be on track for an immediate return to the top division after being undefeated. Leeds presently hold the second automatic promotion spot in the Championship table, two points ahead of fellow promotion contenders Southampton, having won all eight league games in 2024. Connor Roberts, a Welsh international full-back, was the lone first-team signing at Elland Road during the January transfer window, joining on loan from Burnley until the end...

Leeds United: Frustration for Farke as bid to reconcile Whites boss with ‘excellent’ ex-Norwich player rejected

Leeds United were apparently unsuccessful in their recent effort to sign Besiktas winger Milot Rashica, who formerly played for Norwich City under manager Daniel Farke. After being relegated from the Premier League at the end of last season, the Whites appear to be on track for an immediate return to the top division after being undefeated.   Leeds presently hold the second automatic promotion spot in the Championship table, two points ahead of fellow promotion contenders Southampton, having won all eight league games in 2024. Connor Roberts, a Welsh international full-back, was the lone first-team signing at Elland Road during the January transfer window, joining on loan from Burnley until the...

Leeds make bid to sign “important player” whom Daniel Farke knows.

Leeds United apparently made a recent approach to sign a fresh player who Daniel Farke knows well. Leeds’ form in 2024. The Whites have been unbeaten thus far this season, winning all eight Championship games in 2024. The most recent victory came at Plymouth Argyle, putting the team back in second place after playing one more game than Southampton and Ipswich Town.Farke hailed his team following the victory at Home Park, saying:   “It was perhaps not our finest effort of the season. The schedule is relentless. It was critical to add another clean sheet, a truly excellent...