The #LUFC Breakfast Debate (Monday 18th November) - Leeds ready to pounce for Manchester City starlet
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Good Morning. It's Monday 18th November, and here are the latest headlines from Elland Road...
Leeds ready to pounce for Manchester City starlet
Leeds are ready to reignite their interest in Manchester City starlet James McAtee, with Pep Guardiola believed to be amenable to letting the 22 year old out on loan in the New Year. The Whites enquired about the England U21 ace during the Summer, only to be told he would be staying at the Etihad. With just over 300 minutes of game time under his belt this season, the blue side of Manchester are keen for him to gain more first team experience, even if it does mean dropping a division.
McAtee has the versatility to play wide on the wings or as a No 10, which is where Leeds see the most value. He spent the last two seasons on loan at Bramall Lane, but with Gustavo Hamer firing on all cylinders and already having five players on loan (the maximum allowed in a matchday squad), its unlikely they would come into the equation this time around!
Wober completes 90 minutes for Austria
Max Wober completed 90 minutes of game time for Austria, his first outing since undergoing knee surgery at the beginning of October. Despite remaining benched (domestically) for the last three games, Austria Manager Ralf Rangnick threw the former RB Salzburg defender straight into action, and wasn't disappointed! He even contributed to the only goal of the game as the 'Wunderteam' ran out 1-0 victors over Slovenia.
His return to fitness has come at a good time for the Whites. With three games in six days, not to mention a hectic Christmas calendar, being able to call on the versatility of Wober, especially when Junior Firpo is suspended for the next two games, is reassuring!
Has Farke got top flight credentials
With odds continuing to fall in favour of a Leeds Utd promotion, the club will want to take a long hard look at their Manager, to figure out whether Daniel Farke is the right man to lead the Whites in the Premier League. Under Farke, Leeds has shown signs of improved team cohesion and player development. His style of play, which emphasizes pressing and possession, might be adaptable to the Premier League with the right squad adjustments. Many believe he would have earned another shot in the top flight if Leeds go up, but that doesn't necessarily mean he's the right man for the job! Their options will be plentiful, but only if they reach the promised land of the Premier League.