HIGHLIGHTS Meslier has the most clean sheets in the Championship, but his shot-stopping percentage has dropped, prompting criticism. Leeds may contemplate selling Meslier this summer for a profit, with Viktor Johansson as a possible alternative. Smith believes it’s time to cash in on Meslier and invest in a shot-stopper like Johansson or Muric. This post is part of Football League World’s ‘Terrace Talk’ series, which features personal comments from FLW Fan Pundits on breaking news, teams, players, managers, potential signings, and more. Illan Meslier has established himself as Daniel Farke’s go-to goalkeeper this season, appearing in practically every Championship game,…
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Ally McCoist’s scepticism about Arne Slot’s chances at Liverpool Liverpool welcomes Arne Slot. The recent announcement that Arne Slot will take over at Liverpool has sparked a wide range of opinions. With a £9 million settlement agreement with Feyenoord, Slot’s reputation for good communication and motivation precedes him. Marcel Vanderkran, a Dutch football specialist, notes that he has created a strong influence over his teams by insisting on English in the dressing room since his arrival at Feyenoord. McCoist Critiques Slot’s Premier League prospects However, Ally McCoist, speaking on talkSPORT, expressed misgivings about Slot’s chances of rapid success in the…
Howard Webb has stated that a significant adjustment to VAR may be coming to the Premier League. Premier League referees are planning to use stadium PA systems to explain why they modified their decision following a VAR intervention, according to PGMOL chief Howard Webb. Officials will soon be able to explain why a previous judgment was reversed after visiting the pitchside monitor to increase the information available to supporters and clubs. This season, VAR has come under strong scrutiny for a lack of clarification as well as blunders, but that issue could be resolved soon with the positive move. A…
Nottingham Forest have left it to the last minute to assure Premier League safety, and now two analysts debate whether they stand a chance or not. Michael Dawson and Paul Merson were at odds over whether Nottingham Forest or their rivals had the best chance of Premier League survival. With Sheffield United confirmed for relegation, only two spots are unclear. This means that only one of Forest, Luton Town, or Burnley will remain in the top division at the end of the season. There is a two-point difference between the three clubs, demonstrating how tight it is. The remaining matchups…
According to Football Insider, Leeds United officials are not considering parting ways with manager Daniel Farke if the club fails to achieve promotion this season. On Friday (26 April), the Whites suffered a 4-0 defeat against Queens Park Rangers, the latest twist in the race for automatic promotion. Leeds are second in the Championship, although they are level on points with Ipswich Town, who have a game in hand over Farke’s side. The Yorkshire giants have lost their promotion hopes, with Ipswich needing four points to finish second. The playoffs, which begin in mid-May, might pit Leeds against Southampton, West…
Leeds United has been warned about the necessity of promotion from the Championship to escape the wrath of Financial Fair Play regulations. Former Leeds United goalkeeper Paul Robinson says the team faces a ‘worrying’ position with the potential of punishment if they fail to earn promotion this season. The Whites’ financial statements for 2022/23 showed the biggest revenues in the club’s history, at £189.7 million. However, relegation from the Premier League resulted in a loss of £33.7 million. Leeds managed to retain some of its key players moving into the current season, and they are on the verge of promotion…
Leicester City won the Championship title with a game to spare, defeating Preston North End 3-0 at Deepdale, leaving Leeds United fighting for the second automatic promotion slot. Leicester City’s players and fans couldn’t help but mock Leeds United after the club won the Championship. Enzo Maresca’s team strolled to a 3-0 victory over Preston North End Friday night, leaving the Whites and Ipswich Town to compete for the second automatic promotion slot. United lead the Tractor Boys on goal difference, but if Kieran McKenna’s squad wins tonight’s game against Coventry City, they will pass them. It appears like the…
Leeds United are still in contention for promotion from the Championship, but they will need support from elsewhere to defeat Ipswich Town and return to the Premier League. The Whites are now second in the division, with a recent 4-0 setback to QPR denting their promotion ambitions and giving their nearest opponents an advantage. Kieran McKenna’s squad in third, with the same number of points as Leeds but a lower goal difference. However, the Tractor Boys have a game in hand this week. They will first go to the CBS Arena to face Coventry City on Tuesday before hosting Huddersfield…
Jack Harrison will not sign with the Toffees if they are demoted, which is exceedingly unlikely at this moment. HIGHLIGHTS Everton will not sign Jack Harrison if they are demoted. Relegation for the Toffees appears exceedingly unlikely at this point. Leeds are in a strong negotiation position with Harrison. Everton will not re-sign Leeds United winger and current loanee Jack Harrison if the club is demoted to the Championship at the conclusion of the season, according to Football Insider. Harrison has appeared regularly for the Toffees throughout the 2023/24 season, despite his limited effect in the final third. The Leeds…
Dr Rajpal Brar believes Leeds United midfielder Jamie Shackleton may not play again this season due to his recent injury and lack of match fitness. The injury expert argues that the minutes he’s accumulated are more important than his current setback, which he classifies as a Grade 2 muscle one. According to Who Scored, the 24-year-old has just played two minutes of senior football since February. Speaking exclusively to MOT Leeds News, Brar, a Physical Therapist and Sports Scientist, said of Shackleton: “I believe this was a mild to medium Grade 2 muscular injury. “Not too serious, but more concerning…