Big Leeds United boost expected with key promotion rivals set to drop points
Leeds’ 2-2 draw at Vicarage Road on Good Friday has dropped them back to second position in the Championship standings, with the Whites now behind Norwich Town by one point. With seven games remaining, United’s fate for automatic promotion is now out of their hands, even though Daniel Farke’s team is one point ahead of third-place Leicester City. The Foxes still have a game to play.
But on Easter Monday, when Leeds hosts Hull City, a major promotion opponent is sure to play, the bookies confidently predict Leeds to bounce back with a victory.
NEW BOOST: Daniel Farke, the manager of Leeds United, is anticipated. John Walton/PA Wire photo.
But as Ipswich and fourth-place Southampton square off at Portman Road, a crucial opponent for automatic promotion is then certain to surrender points at teatime, leaving the bookies unsure of which way the match will go.
With a mere 31-20 margin, Ipswich is the slight favourite. The Saints led by Russell Martin are 17–10, and the score is tied at 29–10. Before playing Hull, United would regain control of their own destiny with even a draw or any mistake on the part of Leicester.
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Arsenal set to move for Crysencio Summerville
Arsenal is reportedly considering a bid to capture Leeds United winger Crysencio Summerville this summer, although Chelsea is a formidable opponent. This information comes from Teamtalk.
Right now, everyone’s attention might be focused on how Arsenal wins this close championship match, in which they have to outsmart both Liverpool and Manchester City. Nonetheless, preparations are in place to add talent to the team in the summer to guarantee its advancement.
According to Teamtalk, who is quoting Goal, Summerville has become a target for the Gunners, who are apparently considering making a move for a new winger.
The 22-year-old’s comeback in the Championship, which many predict will result in Leeds’ promotion to the Premier League, warrants the Gunners’ attention. Summerville has a remarkable 17 goals and nine assists so far this season.
Chelsea also wants Summerville
The article claims Leeds is eager to get paid £26 million for Summerville. While Arsenal might have little trouble paying the wingers’ asking price, Teamtalk reports that Chelsea will be a fierce opponent.
It might ultimately depend on whatever team the championship winger wants to sign with. But given their recent success and expectation to compete in the Champions League, Arsenal ought to have an advantage over their competitors. It is improbable that Chelsea will make it to Europe or even the Champions League in the upcoming season.
Summerville might be an astute addition to Arsenal; he’s experienced in the Premier League and showed promise last year. Perhaps Arteta just needs to hire a
