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11 Sep 2024 21:30:41
Surely there can be nothing of real substance to the rumours in a Turkish media outlet that the Club have started talks with a firm of butchers over there about loaning Wöber to them.
49ers would know better than to reduce our CB options without the possibility of replacement - especially not on loan, and especially not to that lot.
1.) 12 Sep 2024 08:00:59
Totally clue. We should never do any business with that club.
29 Aug 2024 22:56:43
Presumably the supposed Piroe plus cash offer for Hamer is complete ?? put out by Wilder through Blades’ local ‘itk’ journo, so as to try to give it credence, as retaliation to try unsettling one of our players.
1.) 29 Aug 2024 23:17:05
Absolutely Clu . it reeks of payback by the Grinch Wilder.
2.) 29 Aug 2024 23:19:16
I think with Hamer we were testing the water in case the Sallai deal doesn't go through but I think Sallai are the player the club really want. Miles better value and a very good all round player. More versatile too which seems to be the profile we are going for. Sallai may also not go through but I believe we want him for sure.
3.) 30 Aug 2024 00:36:31
Cluey Hamer and Piroe crossed paths in the Feyenoord youth academy as teenagers. They may have stayed in touch. Hope we complete this acquisition. Excellent player and would wind Wild up no end.
4.) 30 Aug 2024 07:56:43
I think it was true but sheff not it back cause they didn’t want him and then released details to the press to unsettle piroe.
5.) 30 Aug 2024 09:18:53
Think it’s true based on what, Aus?
There was no evidence that a player of Piroe’s profile would fit Wilder’s needs, as clearly couldn’t be considered a replacement for Hamer - so why would the Club have proposed it. Blades have already brought in Tyrese Campbell and Kieffer Moore this summer, and promoted another striker from their academy.
The Club would have discussed it with Piroe to see whether he was remotely interested in moving to the Blades, as no point proposing a deal that the player wouldn’t buy into - so he’d be potentially unsettled regardless of whether it was ‘leaked’.
6.) 30 Aug 2024 10:20:33
Whatever is true, it’s clearly been the blunts trying to give some payback.
7.) 30 Aug 2024 10:48:32
I don’t think Leeds would have discussed it with piroe unless the offer was excepted. Then they would have tried to sell it to him.
I’m just guessing though.
8.) 30 Aug 2024 11:00:08
What Clu said
Aus it makes zero sense.
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18 Feb 2025 13:07:53
Another win achieved in spite of the officiating. Yes, Ampadu’s defending against Isidor was really not great, but then the free kick that led to that goal should never have been given - having watched the game back, Tanaka was nowhere near making contact. Talking of contact, how was no penalty given when Tanaka was hauled to the ground in the 51st minute?
1.) 18 Feb 2025 14:25:04
Fair comment Clu
Defo an anti Leeds agenda from many EFL refs imo
On balance, I am. edging to Champo should have VAR.
Other solution for LUFC; do everything to get promoted to get out of EFL Champo.
2.) 18 Feb 2025 16:32:13
No contact at all by AO, but he got a booking. Then AO rugby tackled in the box and yet another big Leeds penalty shout ignored as per Coventry and Burnley. We should be used to it by now.
3.) 18 Feb 2025 17:04:56
It was the intent from Ao, which does count, unfortunately.
The “penalty” was a different matter, but he also wrapped his arm around the guy before being taken to ground, which probably gave the ref enough excuse to wave it away. Agree tho, that there often seems to be an agenda, but not always. We got the rub of the green the other week with some calls.
4.) 18 Feb 2025 17:54:11
Big call as to whether VAR or no VAR in football is a good or bad thing. Some of the standard of refereeing is appalling. But you also have to agree the amount of feigning a foul, time wasting and all sorts of other nonsense by players is equally as bad.
5.) 18 Feb 2025 21:31:50
VAR just another way for the powers that be to control the outcome. We'd probably be worse off not better.
6.) 18 Feb 2025 23:38:33
Cuppa IF powers that be want to control the outcome its even easier for them to do it WITHOUT VAR.
09 Feb 2025 08:11:42
I see Georginio picked up a goal and an assist as Brighton came from behind to dump Chelsea out of the Cup. Good on the lad.
1.) 09 Feb 2025 09:09:21
Still my favourite player in a leeds shirt, not the best but the most entertaining.
2.) 09 Feb 2025 10:36:40
Yeah. Just love the man. I will never forget that assist. Genuis. So much fun to watch. And a big like in dressing room. Good luck to the guy. Hoping he gets the call up soon.
3.) 09 Feb 2025 11:23:03
I do miss Georginio, his squiddly-diddly playstyle, massive grin and big personality.
All the best to the lad. May we be graced with his presence in the future.
4.) 09 Feb 2025 13:18:13
agree mot. Exudes joy life and love and ability.
5.) 09 Feb 2025 13:56:25
Are some over hyping Rutter . for Leeds he was playing against mediocre Champo players
Meanwhile in a much higher EPL standard league Rutter costing Brighton a large £40 million . in
23 games has 4 goals and just 2 assists
Okish stats perhaps?
Be interested to know how Brighton fans overall rate him. He definitely has talent but.
I have also read that Rutter is finding Brightons fitness regime too difficult to handle
And if you watch last weeks Nottm Forest SEVEN goal thrashing of Brighton. Rutter is ambling around the pitch offering little to no defensive assistance at all.
6.) 09 Feb 2025 17:40:51
I agree baz he was better under farke… what a coach he is.
7.) 09 Feb 2025 18:31:26
Nah Berma both Farke and Rutter were/ are in lesser qual8ty Champo (not EPL) . huge difference fella.
8.) 09 Feb 2025 19:22:19
Unfortunately that’s correct Baz. EPL a big step up in class. He’s doing ok but way too inconsistent. Early days and the next couple seasons will show a lot. Hope he comes good. Hope we have a sell on clause if he does?
9.) 09 Feb 2025 19:53:35
Another good spot on post Corky.
10.) 09 Feb 2025 20:19:53
Baz the same championship you give Belisa credit for when it comes to improving squad… double standards… from you… never!
21 Jan 2025 22:45:06
I see Joffy scored a decent goal for Hull tonight - perhaps showing why (if we don’t bring in another striker) it might have been a mistake for Farke to bet on Bamford getting fit rather than keeping Joffy and releasing Pat to concentrate on podcasts and trainers.
1.) 21 Jan 2025 23:34:13
Good on joffy.
2.) 22 Jan 2025 02:04:45
More than decent. a sublime lob by Joffy.
Said it before but with more pace. talented Joffy would be a very good player. certainly good for Champo ( better option than permo crocked Bamford)
Journos should ask Farkey why he never gave Joffy a ( proper) chance.
3.) 22 Jan 2025 06:42:58
Baz, Marsch never gave him a chance either. It's a real shame, the kid has talent and could have been an option for 9.
4.) 22 Jan 2025 07:06:25
Any youth player has to prove himself when he gets his opportunity from the bench, that maybe not many opportunities but non the less you’ve got to step up to the plate and show something special. Joffy has had his chances even with Bielsa but sadly for him he comes up short.
I admire the lad because he stuck at it, not like Drameh who complained when he wasn’t selected.
I think it’s time for a change for the young man and good luck to him.
5.) 22 Jan 2025 09:33:31
Who knows, maybe this loan to Hull will do him the world of good and boost his confidence.
6.) 22 Jan 2025 09:41:48
Indeed MOT
And Joffy did come up short OP. esp under Bielsa.
Farkey giving Joffy literally just 15 mins playing time this season is wholly unreasonsble.
Shame.
7.) 22 Jan 2025 11:01:13
*, ( missing word)
Joffy did NOT come up short.
8.) 22 Jan 2025 13:00:45
I had very high hopes for joffy when he first arrived. Without doubt he’s a natural goal scorer, best in and around the box. The only criticism of marcelo was when he brought joffy on, normally late in games, I recall him getting a late winner, and earning a late penalty in games. I think he should have had him in from the start in games, and gave him a chance and a run of games as his confidence would have been high. But of course we had paddy and he was ahead of Joffy in the pecking order. So joffy was resigned back on the bench, which I’m sure would have knocked his confidence. Various managers used him the same way, getting the last 10-15 minutes in games, and whether he was told to play a certain way, or decided himself, he would be lying much deeper, almost like an older Rooney at man. u. and he was getting eased off the ball too many times and had no influence in games. The ability is definitely there, and he’s still a young man. Convinced he’s a old style poacher.
9.) 22 Jan 2025 14:26:58
Joffy always reminded me of a young Wayne Rooney, but with the physicality of the older version of Rooney, he has previously shared he has battled to get his weight down especially in preseason.
Both Joffy and Sam Greenwood had excellent scoring records at youth level, but both never quite kicked on to reach and sustain the highest levels required for our team.
Plus, although Joffy had an excellent contribution to our staying in the league, I don’t think Farkes style suits Joffy’s attributes although, I note Hull played as a wide striker where he would be very much at the bottom of the pecking order at Leeds, so a loan move very understandable.
I hope it works out for Joffy, he could be an established Champo player for many seasons to come, no disgrace at all, wish the young man well.
02 Jan 2025 21:42:31
Does anyone remember Sam Dalby? Scored once during Bielsa’s first preseason, then worked his way down the EFL via loan then permanent moves.
In a bizarre turn of events he’s currently registered with League 2 Wrexham but on season long loan with Dundee United in the Scottish Prem and is the division’s top scorer with 10 goals from 17 games.
1.) 02 Jan 2025 22:14:01
Yep Sam was signed from Orient was considered a great prospect at the time Leeds beat several clubs to his signature but never quite cut the mustard . played with a few clubs at league one level and has made a living from football paying well for Dundee United.
2.) 02 Jan 2025 22:46:03
Seem to remenber we paid £1.5 million for him . Victor Orta special;
02 Jan 2025 21:23:24
I see Everton have been allowing Deli Alli to continue training with them in order to get up to match fitness and he’s now felt to be ready to look for a new club. Still don’t think it would harm to bring him in to train with a view to potential contract, as he’s clearly desperate to get playing again at a decent level.
1.) 02 Jan 2025 22:15:47
I can't believe a player of his ability is where he is today, and is finished as a footballer.
Worth a punt on trial period.
2.) 02 Jan 2025 23:00:55
Yep no harm nor red flag in giving him a trial one supposes.
But don't forsee Farkey doing so as he has hardly played past 2 seasons.
3.) 03 Jan 2025 06:56:02
Dele, as he now calls himself, actually just moved to Como I think it is, where Cesc Fabregas is the head coach. He rates him very highly in terms of pure football talent, which I fully accept given his nous.
The guy has suffered immensely with acute depression, and been in and out of therapy for well over a year. And this is not the BS “depression” that you read about from players who only get on the subs bench claiming to have! That’s why he went off the boil as a player, and that’s why he is getting the support of the footballing community. I hope he makes it back, as he was, and still is, a very talented player.
4.) 03 Jan 2025 07:01:02
Sadly for Ali I think where Cleggy says finished as a footballer is where this unfortunate story ends.
5.) 03 Jan 2025 13:00:33
As Bright rightly pointed out Dele has had enormous challenges with mental health which has understandably impacted his career in a historically unforgiving industry. It underlines the importance of reaching out when you are struggling and utilising the excellent resources such as Andy's Man Club if you can.
6.) 03 Jan 2025 17:28:37
Spot on Alfie! ????????.
03 Feb 2025 16:40:06
Seems the Club have poured cold water on that rumour - hey ho, looks like we’re not getting anyone.
03 Feb 2025 15:47:22
Wouldn’t be averse that move, given his record in the Champ, including against us last season - plus he is more versatile than Archer, with 8 G/ A in 8 games at CAM.
30 Jan 2025 14:03:26
Would have made more sense to have gone in for him at the start of the window, before they’d agreed to let Brereton-Diaz go to the Blades ?.
13 Jan 2025 09:42:40
Just a quick thought. Joffy possibly has a profile closer to old Farke favourite Pukki (who clearly fitted well in Farke’s system) , than that of Joseph. I’m quite puzzled as to why Farke has only given Joffy charity minutes in two league games, even giving a semi-fit Bamford preference over him for a place on the bench. When Joffy was first signed much of the quoted comment from former coaches focused on how good he was at playing in tight spaces - exactly the type of ability you need in the Champo when playing against packed defences. I would honestly have preferred to have him on the bench than Bamford at the moment. We’ll just have to hope he can score some important goals for Hull to gain points against our promotion rivals.
30 Aug 2024 09:22:19
His goal last night suggests he can use his left foot to decent effect.
07 Mar 2025 22:26:31
Brighty - Kinnear has probably done some good things here, but rather than it being him that was tarred with the Orta brush, Angus was in de facto charge of, and set the financial and contractual framework for Orta - don’t forget, the latter was not actually a member of the Board so had no executive powers.
28 Feb 2025 13:28:23
Aus, are you saying you don’t feel Ampadu is good enough to start in the Prem alongside Ao? It would your right to hold that opinion - just checking that’s your meaning.
27 Feb 2025 15:52:09
OP - the problem is that, if promoted, due to the significant step up in the opposition we would be facing, it’s unlikely we will be able to dominate possession and the quality of wingers will be far better. Therefore, first and foremost, our left backs will need to be good defensively - and yes, Farke will probably need to change his tactics anyway. Firpo could be a decent wingback if Farke made a significant change in going with three at the back.
It seems, as per one of my posts on an earlier thread, that Firpo’s defensive awareness has improved since our relegation, but it would be a huge risk not to bring in another left-footed LB who has a track record of defensive solidity (and a decent injury record) , preferably in one of the top leagues.
27 Feb 2025 09:04:58
From a quick google, it seems that Rotherham fans rated Johansson’s distribution as poor and felt that it was probably the reason another club didn’t come in for him until a relegation clause dropped the required transfer fee, from around £5m to £1m. Spotted just one Stoke review of his distribution (dated late September) , which commented that he continued to impress with the ball at his feet - so maybe the staff at Stoke put some work in with him over preseason on that side of his game. Guess we may get a chance to form our own snapshot judgement when they come to Elland Road on Easter Monday.
26 Feb 2025 20:36:57
Wonder whether Elia Caprile would consider coming back to Leeds - never got a look in here but seems to be impressing in Italy - currently at Cagliari on loan from Napoli with option to buy. Was on loan at Empoli last season and played their last 23 league games - conceding just 27 in a team that finished just above the relegation zone. Said to have a good command of his area, quick reflexes, good technique and good distribution.