The #LUFC Breakfast Debate (Thursday 14th November) Goodman urges Sunderland not to sell top talent to Whites
Good Morning. It's Thursday 14th November, and here are the latest headlines from Elland Road...
Goodman urges Sunderland not to sell top talent to Whites
Don Goodman has urged Sunderland to keep hold of star full-back Dennis Cirkin, adding 'especially (don't sell him) to Leeds!' The former footballer turned broadcaster seems to have a chip on his shoulder (5 kilo's worth) where the Mighty Whites are concerned. His openly bias commentary, favouring any club Leeds come into contact with has made the 58yo a constant cause for ridicule among football supporters.
Daniel Farke is looking for a long term successor for Junior Firpo, who is expected to return to Spain in the Summer, upon conclusion of his five year deal. The Leeds Manager has also registered an interest in Gent youngster Archie Brown, but face competition from the likes of London Quartet, Spurs, West Ham, Fulham and Brentford!
I would love to think that there is no way in the slightest Sunderland would allow Dennis Cirkin to leave in their current situation, especially to Leeds. He’s one of the best left-backs in the Championship and scored a great goal against Coventry at the weekend. He would be a brilliant addition for Leeds but I’m not sure I can see it happening. After selling Jack Clarke in the summer, it would cause uproar amongst Sunderland fans if they sold another one of their young stars. I can see why Leeds would be interested but, if I was Sunderland, I’d be having none of it.
Popey - Nobody has enjoyed anything
Speaking on his Don’t Go To Bed Just Yet Podcast, BBC Leeds journalist Adam Pope has spoken about the lack of atmosphere at Elland Road during the recent QPR game. Although far from a classic, Leeds eventually emerged two-nil victors, but according to some on social media, the Elland Road faithful have yet to find their true voice this season! There's been no drop in attendance, and there's still 15,000 Loiners on the waiting list but come match day, the temperature from inside Elland Road has dropped significantly from last season - and we're not talking about the weather! According to Popey...
The numbers [under Daniel Farke] stack up brilliantly,” I’m one of these guys who can find beauty in a well-constructed defence. What baffles me is – obviously after a defeat everyone is like ‘get him out’ and stuff’ – but even after a routine 2-0 win, it seems like nobody has enjoyed anything.
You’re thinking hang on, we’re all saying [Ao] Tanaka is more attractive to watch, [Joe] Rothwell too, [Jayden] Bogle has been great. It’s a clean sheet. I am scratching my head. But, there is not the atmosphere in the ground that suggests that everybody has been royally entertained.
Leeds announce new retail partnership
Leeds Utd have announced a new retail partnership with Fanatics, a global digital sports platform and leading provider of licensed sports merchandise. This partnership (which starts next season) aims to significantly enhance the retail experience for Whites fans, both locally and internationally. Beyond distributing the official Adidas range, Fanatics will have the rights to manufacture a wider variety of high quality Leeds United fanwear and accessories, tailored to various tastes and styles.
The partnership will introduce Fanatics' industry-leading Cloud Commerce Platform for the revamped online store, promising a world-class shopping experience with features like high-resolution product displays, seamless checkout processes, and quicker access to new merchandise.