Leeds United might complete the signing of an experienced striker as the club receives approval to make the deal. Michy Batshuayi has a “surprise suitor” in Leeds, who might sign the striker for free this summer. According to the Turkish daily Star, Batshuayi may decide to leave his present team, Fenerbahce, after his contract expires due to speculations of interest from England. After paying Chelsea £33 million six years ago, Batshuayi signed a contract with Fenerbahce for around £3 million in 2023, leaving Chelsea with significant losses. In Turkey, the Belgian was able to overcome his recent difficulties, appearing in…
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Leeds United aren’t the only team who have been annoyed by officials in recent matches. Huddersfield Town manager Andre Breitenreiter has pushed the Championship to use VAR technology following a contentious late penalty concession over the weekend, just days after Daniel Farke acknowledged to receiving many letters apologizing for officiating errors. On Saturday, Huddersfield appeared to be on track for a critical three points in the relegation race until Nahki Wells rescued a draw for Bristol with a thrilling 99th-minute penalty. Referee Rebecca Welch ruled that Olli Turnton handballed in the box while blocking a cross, with replays revealing an…
Leeds United manager Daniel Farke has addressed their low return from corners in the second half of the season, as the Whites attempt to keep up with Ipswich Town and Leicester City. Leeds United have struggled to score from corners in the second half of an absorbing Championship season. Their failure to convert dead-ball situations has become a major source of frustration in the club’s automatic promotion campaign. When asked about their poor output from offensive corners following Saturday’s devastating home defeat to Blackburn Rovers, Whites manager Daniel Farke told Leeds Live: “It has to do with the players on…
Leeds United had three players chosen to the EFL Team of the Season yesterday night, including Ethan Ampadu, Crysencio Summerville, and Georginio Rutter. Leeds have only a few games left in the regular season as they attempt to leapfrog Leicester City and Ipswich Town in the automatic promotion places. Leeds’ defeat to Blackburn Rovers should not detract from how brilliant they have been in 2024, but a troubling drop in form cannot continue into the season’s final three games. After winning the Young Player and Player of the Season honors with Archie Gray and Crysencio Summerville, three players were named…
Sources tell Football Insider that Nottingham Forest may be forced to trade Murillo this summer. Speaking on the current episode of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, transfer correspondent Pete O’Rourke warned that the Reds may have to sanction player sales due to uncertainties over their earnings and sustainability. It is claimed that “a lot of clubs” in England and throughout Europe are keeping an eye on the centre-back following his outstanding season at the City Ground. He joined Forest for a reputed £15 million from Brazilian club Corinthians last summer, but insiders tell Football Insider that the Reds hope to…
Nottingham Forest currently has a variety of loan players, some of whom are performing better than others. Forest’s status as a Premier League team has allowed them to provide some promising young players with regular football experience. Several players are currently competing in a variety of domestic and international leagues. Being in the top flight has made it tough for some younger players to make the transition from the youth squad to the first team. Still, the loan market is useful in this regard, and it has shown to be highly beneficial for some Forest youth youngsters who are waiting…
Nottingham Forest drew 2-2 with Wolves in the Premier League on Saturday, and Matz Sels played again for the Reds. Forest signed the Belgian goalkeeper in the January transfer window, and he has shown to be a better option than Matt Turner. Sels has forced his way into Belgium’s lineup since joining Forest, earning acclaim during the most recent international break. The 32-year-old will not be a long-term solution for Forest, and a younger option between the posts may be sought in the summer. However, the goalkeeper is a reliable pair of hands, and he has shown some excellent form…
The fight for automatic promotion from the Championship this season took another unexpected turn over the weekend, with all three clubs – Leeds United, Leicester City, and Ipswich Town – failing to win games. Leicester’s 1-0 defeat to Plymouth Argyle on Friday night gave Leeds the opportunity to take top of the table against Blackburn. Daniel Farke’s soldiers huffed and puffed but didn’t knock down Blackburn’s door. Of course, Sammie Szmodics delivered, finishing well past Illan Meslier in the final ten minutes to win the game. A massive blow and another squandered opportunity for Leeds, who barely made it over…
Arsenal suffered a setback in their quest to defeat Liverpool and Manchester City for the Premier League title as they fell to Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium. On Sunday, Mikel Arteta’s side lost 2-0 to Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium in North London in the Premier League. Villa’s late goals from Leon Bailey and Ollie Watkins dented Arsenal’s title ambitions this season. Arsenal are currently second in the Premier League rankings. Arsenal and Liverpool are tied for third place with 71 points each. Defending champions Manchester City lead the table with 73 points from 32 games. Arsenal has…
Aston Villa put a massive spanner in Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes on Sunday afternoon, taking all three points at The Emirates – and Alan Shearer has heaped praise on Unai Emery. Going into the game, Arsenal may have recently seen Liverpool lose to Crystal Palace at Anfield, giving them the opportunity to go top of the standings and surpass Liverpool. They squandered the opportunity. However, villas are not without their challenges. The Midlands team is still vying for a spot in the top four, and following Newcastle’s victory over Tottenham, they had the opportunity to secure fourth place with…