Pundit tips Marcelo Bielsa to return if Leeds win promotion
Leeds United’s remarkable first half of the Championship season has rekindled hopes of a return to the Premier League, with murmurs of a possible Marcelo Bielsa comeback adding to the excitement.
Currently sitting at the top of the table with 51 points, Leeds have a narrow lead over second-placed Sheffield United. The Whites are determined to secure automatic promotion and put the disappointment of last season’s play-offs behind them.
Amid Leeds’ promotion bid, former Aston Villa striker and football pundit Gabby Agbonlahor has called for Bielsa’s possible return to Elland Road.
The Argentinian manager, who remains a beloved figure among Leeds fans, led the club to their first promotion to the Premier League in 16 years during his transformative tenure from 2018 to 2022.
Gabby Agbonlahor recommends Marcelo Bielsa to return to Leeds United
He highlighted the Argentine’s famous man-marking system, which became a hallmark of his tenure, as something fans could see again if Los Blancos return to the top flight.
talking talkSPORTAgbonlahor said:
“They lost Summerville, all their very good players they’ve lost, but Leeds, teams have to deserve promotion, but Leeds should be in the Premier League.
“The fan base they have, the stadium, the history, and maybe Bielsa can come back and they can come back man for man.”
His signature man-marking system and high-intensity attacking style defined his time at Leeds, earning him widespread admiration and cementing his status as one of the most influential managers in modern history club
Bielsa’s legacy at Elland Road
Bielsa’s influence at Leeds was nothing short of transformative. Taking over in 2018, he led the club’s long-awaited return to the Premier League in 2020, ending a 16-year exile. His dynamic and attacking style of play not only captivated the fans but also earned him great recognition throughout English football.
Under his leadership, Leeds became a powerhouse and achieved a commendable ninth place in their first season in the Premier League.
Although Bielsa left in 2022 after a difficult campaign, his impact on the club remains profound. His tenure revitalized Leeds, both on and off the pitch, and his name continues to resonate with fans.
Bielsa currently leads the Uruguayan national teamwhich makes a return unlikely in the immediate future. For now, Leeds’ focus remains firmly on their promotion under Daniel Farke, who has also done a remarkable job since taking over.
They came very close to promotion last season, only to miss out on it in the play-offs and this season they’ve put the pressure on them for promotion again, aiming to get the job done this time.
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