Good Morning. It's Wednesday 15th October, and here are the latest headlines from Elland Road Harrison looking to make amends Jack Harrison is leaving nothing to chance as he awaits his opportunity to make a meaningful impact for Leeds United once again. The 28-year-old winger has been limited to just six substitute Premier League appearances amassing 131 minutes of game time (also played 90 mins against the Wendies in the League Cup) since returning to Elland Road during the summer following consecutive loan spells with Everton. While many teammates took advantage of the international break to recharge abroad, Harrison opted to spend his time in Marbella, training intensely with personal coach Ethan Sonis of Statsoccer. Determined to sharpen every aspect of his game, he focused on improving his explosiveness, decision-making, and match sharpness to ensure he is ready when called upon. Sonis revealed that Harrison’s hunger to reclaim his place is stronger than ever, describing the sessions as “passionate and intense,” with the winger embracing every challenge. His dedication reflects his desire to make amends for deserting the Whites during their hour of need; but will he get the opportunity? Leeds already have a glut of wide men, prompting many to suggest he may be out the door during the January transfer window, should a sufficient offer come in for him. please log in to view this image Tim Robinson appointed 'Man in Black' for Burnley trip The Premier League has confirmed the match officials for Leeds United’s upcoming visit to Burnley, with Tim Robinson appointed as referee — a decision that is unlikely to please the travelling Leeds supporters. The West Sussex official has a long history with the Whites, having taken charge of 19 of their fixtures since December 2019. During that time, Leeds have won seven, drawn six, and lost six, a fairly even record that nevertheless hides several incidents fans still remember vividly. Both of Robinson’s Leeds games last season finished in 2-2 away draws — at Sunderland in October and at QPR in March — but his most infamous outing came at Elland Road in April 2024 during a tense meeting with Sunderland that had major implications for the promotion race. In that match, Robinson’s decisions — or lack thereof — left a bitter taste. First, with Leeds pushing hard, Dan Ballard escaped punishment for blocking a Crysencio Summerville shot with his elbow. Then, in the 75th minute, a clear handball by Luke O’Nien inside the box went unpunished despite being in the referee’s full view. Leeds manager Daniel Farke was furious afterward, revealing that his club had already received multiple letters of apology for incorrect officiating earlier in the season. “We’ll probably get two more letters right now,” he told the BBC, voicing frustration that such errors had tangible consequences in their promotion charge. To the disbelief of many Leeds fans, Robinson’s performance that night was followed by a promotion to the Premier League refereeing ranks. As Leeds prepare for another crucial fixture under his watch, supporters will be hoping for a change in fortune — and, above all, for a fair contest at Turf Moor. please log in to view this image Aaronson and Longstaff - an unlikely partnership Now operating as a box‑to‑box dynamo, Brenden Aaronson has found a rhythm that highlights his energy, intelligence, and fierce commitment. Alongside Sean Longstaff, the duo have forged an unlikely but highly effective partnership in the middle of the park: two players once viewed as squad options now anchoring the team’s identity with their tireless running and tactical awareness. Both men began the season on the fringes, watching from the bench as others were given the nod. But patience and persistence have paid off. Their inclusion (post Arsenal) has rebalanced the team, bringing greater stability in defence and smoother transitions going forward. Aaronson’s renewed confidence on the ball and Longstaff’s industrious presence have made Leeds more compact, more dynamic, and ultimately more competitive. For many supporters, Longstaff’s summer arrival felt underwhelming, a pragmatic signing when hopes had been for a marquee addition. Likewise, Aaronson was seen as a player way down the pecking order. Yet football has a habit of rewriting narratives. Week by week, the pair are challenging those preconceptions, proving that graft, chemistry, and self‑belief can be every bit as valuable as star power. It remains to be seen how far their partnership can carry Leeds this season, especially with the likes of Tanaka and Gnonto coming back from injury. please log in to view this image
Morning all. Is Harrisons efforts primarily to make amends to Leeds fans or to ensure he is in peak form on run up to January transfer window. Either way it's a win win for us I suppose. That's another international break out of the way thankfully. Interesting to see Radz and his son returning to Elland Road, the ground he tried to remortgage, for the West Ham game. Judging by fans opinions on line there are many still worshipping at his altar
Morning everyone well there's a two words you do not hear together very often.. Harrison and explosive. Plus the only decisions he will be making is where to rake in the most money. He and Meslier need to be sold in January or loan fees and wages covered. Leeds should no longer be giving players away. The ref this week matters very little if we can't score enough goals to win. Tonight is non league for me as Wakey are away at Doncaster city who ground share at Armthorpe. Their owner is well known in football its willie Makay (not sure of spelling) the football agent.
Morning all. Must just be me but I really don’t get this Aaronson has been “so good” this season. I was screaming at the TV for him to get taken off when watching the Spurs game.
Interesting take on Aaronson. Anyone tracking his stats - is he making the right decisions now, no longer getting bulllied off of the ball so easily? There was a good photo from a few games back where he had six of the opposition immediately around him. If he can draw them to him and then make the right pass, that's really useful.
Someone at the club should have been sacked for bringing Harrison back from Leicester where we had agreed a £20m deal. I believe it was Marathe who cancelled it, brought him back and gave him a pay rise a new long contract. We cant get rid of him due to his wages and he’s basically worthless to us when we need cash. Our brilliant owners are not that fantastic when you look under the spin and bluster
like most of us, i don't know the detail... what was reported about it was that Radz wanted to sell him to pocket the cash... Orta and Marsch wanted to keep him... orta got 49ers to intervene. Harrison, in my view, is a hard working pro with PL first touch, but no pace or x factor and hit or miss decision making. Decent squad player. Whether we could sell and buy better for what we would get? Dunno.
Hes had a fair few years in PL now so most clubs can see exactly what they'd be buying and it's nothing to get excited about. Im afraid it looks like Farke will just have to make the best use out of him he can and the fans will have to suck it up and get behind him
But he doesn’t make the pass and invariably loses the ball, that’s what frustrates me about him. And from what I’ve seen, he’s still as weak as piss.
Afternoon all I don't like Harrison, I don't think he is that good but I will support him and not boo when he wears a Leeds shirt In an ideal world, we stay up this season, we sell Harrison for decent money and get a better replacement
The thing that drew people to Harrison was that under Bielsa he improved season after season. He weighed in with goals and assists right up to the point where he was almost in double figures for goals. Anyone remember our first season back and we played Liverpool and he scored after chasing down a great through ball down the left. Then the wheels fell off and he looked like he wasn’t bothered, we were selling and then not….. he was then loaned out for two seasons and his output there was shyte and not prem quality. His time came and then it was time for someone else, he needs to go unless he can resurrect his career with speed, skill and be a Solomon.
I agree that he just isn’t good enough. I also don’t think he did anything wrong to warrant the criticism of him, the club pissed him around so what loyalty did he owe? He’s come back and is acting professionally and trying to reintegrate whatever his motivation might be.
