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05 May 2026 08:02:33
Rumours of John Stones being a possible free transfer to Leeds this summer. Everton are also linked.
At 31 years old and injuries taking its toll on his aging body, I’m not sure we’d be interested in him.
Possibly a promoted team might take him on especially with his impressive experience in the Premiership.
1.) 05 May 2026 12:35:09
If the medical team can manage him as they have DCL, then as you say, his experience and ability to play from the back would be very beneficial. His wages at Citeh must be astronomical tho!?
2.) 05 May 2026 16:54:49
Yes, he is on £250k a week currently, but he must realise he won't get that at his age with any other EPL side.
3.) 06 May 2026 21:15:13
I speculated that we'd be too far down the totem pole for him. I also think that unless he'd take a massive paycut, he wouldn't be worth it for Leeds.
A two year deal - with a third year vesting option after 20 appearances in the final season @70K a week, is the absolute most I'd stretch to for him. I imagine he'd get far better offers than that, and fair enough. I think he's a Villa/Newcastle signing at 120k two years, or maybe Everton at 100K two years.
If we wanted to take a punt on an injury prone cb, I'd offer Adam Webster a one-year deal at 35K a week, with a vesting second year on appearances. He'd take the Bornauw backup role, but likely a 10-15% depth upgrade.
I think this would be a very different situation from DCL, aside from them both being free agents.
Central defence is very much a strength for us with Joe, Bijol, Struijk, Justin, Ampadu, and Bornauw in that order. In that list, on current evidence, he wouldn't even be no.1 or no.2 for me. He'd slot in on par with Struijk, so very good but not first on the team sheet for the position, which it would have to be to be worth it. With DCL, it was a thin market in our budget for a centre forward that we desperately needed an upgrade in that position.
Doekhi (impending free agent) .
Anel Ahmedhodzic (former Sheffield United) , est. cost £12-15m, suits our system, prem experience at Sheffield, 6'3.
Mavropanos if West Ham get relegated.
Axel Disasi if Chelsea decide to sell after his West Ham loan is up.
Ben Davies (more the Byram utility replacement) .
4.) 07 May 2026 06:44:04
If we're looking at Japanese players, Ayase Ueda has got an impressive scoring record at Feyenoord.
23 Jan 2026 10:46:38
A bid for JSL of 26 Mil has been turned down by Wolves. I can see this going to 30 Mil and possible sale if no other club intervenes.
1.) 23 Jan 2026 11:34:56
His reps have been in Leeds at ER and training ground to check out the area. He seems keen on the move. Just a sale price to be agreed. This started around the 6th Jan when the reps were first met (possibly even earlier, but that’s when I was told they first met) .
Shows how complex these transfers can be, that after 17 days or so the bid finally went in. Or they just couldn’t find a better alternative? Who knows.
2.) 23 Jan 2026 12:09:32
One thing in our favour is that his agent is a season ticket holder at ER.
3.) 23 Jan 2026 13:26:01
Good intel away mate. 20 tops for me as days tick ticking.
4.) 23 Jan 2026 23:36:12
Yeah his agent is a huge Leeds fan.
5.) 24 Jan 2026 00:50:00
The BBC are claiming that the bid that Wolves turned down was £33M, but hey what do they know?
6.) 24 Jan 2026 03:42:55
Don’t want us splashing that much. Think 30 absolute max. Rather struggle on with what we have. Or look elsewhere. Running out of time though.
7.) 24 Jan 2026 07:21:46
What do any of them know JR? Zero.
8.) 24 Jan 2026 10:56:26
Still feel it is to much for an average pl striker although in fairness when he had Cunha with him at wolves he scored more but after losing him to Man U he has lost a very good feeder/ 10.
15 Jan 2026 12:20:29
Facundo Buonanotte Signs for Leeds.
1.) 15 Jan 2026 12:58:30
Should've signed for us in the summer really! Good signing tho.
2.) 15 Jan 2026 13:13:56
Should be a good signing and gives us more options. Just need a striker and. CB and that will be a good window.
3.) 15 Jan 2026 14:31:34
Is that actually confirmed as with what happened last time, he would be a good signing.
4.) 15 Jan 2026 14:31:58
Signs as in has already or expected to?
Nothing on the official website yet.
5.) 15 Jan 2026 14:34:44
And gk dun.
6.) 15 Jan 2026 16:14:14
It's not official until it's official.
7.) 15 Jan 2026 16:43:07
Don't think we'll get a new keeper Aus. Think it will be Perri and Darlow as first two choices, but not necessarily in that order.
8.) 15 Jan 2026 19:42:40
Official. Well done 9ers they kept that very quiet.
9.) 15 Jan 2026 22:20:24
They played a blinder here. Not one sniff of a leak.
49ers in.
29 Jul 2025 05:50:48
Looks like Schmidt wants to leave now which will give the recruitment team more work to do to find a replacement for him. Don’t think we should rely solely on on a semi crocked Byam to cover both RB and LB positions.
The reality is Schmidt is a young ambitious player but it doesn’t look likely that he will be claiming Bogles position any time soon., even though he looks promising.
1.) 29 Jul 2025 07:12:45
A real loss to the team if Schmidt goes, and a bit of an unusual move to Leeds to agree to let him leave when we need cover back there.
Byram isn't a replacement for Schmidt.
2.) 29 Jul 2025 07:28:17
I don't even think he's looked that good when he's played. All huff and bluster. It's a lesson for the board this one imo. If the gaffer doesn't want him, don't sign him.
3.) 29 Jul 2025 07:58:40
Brighty - if you’ve got an impression that it’s all huff and bluster, it’s probably just the lad’s desperation to prove himself to Farke in the pitifully small amount of time he’s been given on the pitch. He’s actually a decent player. If Byram, who Farke put his total trust due to their established player/ manager relationship, hadn’t been here, Schmidt would have had far more opportunity to show what he’s actually capable of.
4.) 29 Jul 2025 09:03:34
Agree clue. I was impressed with him everyone he was on the pitch in whatever position. I’d go as far as to say that mostly when he was on the pitch, he was our best player at that time. Clearly a Farke issue here. Bit of a Shame cause lad can play.
5.) 29 Jul 2025 09:46:09
Agree Schmidt is an international player of decent quality who has not been given a chance, it's a shame but can't blame him wanting to leave and you guys are correct Bryan is not sufficient cover for one position never mind 2.
6.) 29 Jul 2025 09:56:25
Huff and puff
Step forward the 1 and only
Mr Aaronson,
Will we be lucky enough to offload this fella?
Will get torn apart next Seez.
7.) 29 Jul 2025 10:12:29
We see these players wants a week if you get the drift mot.
8.) 29 Jul 2025 10:31:17
We aren't looking to offload Aaronson as far as I know.
9.) 29 Jul 2025 10:35:58
Schmitt has shown nothing to say he was a good buy IMO.
Always seemed to have to think what to do rather than just be instinctive. No loss.
10.) 29 Jul 2025 11:54:35
Lol Chris. Very true!
11.) 29 Jul 2025 12:28:11
I suspect had Aaronson only cost us £7 million and not the outrageous £25 million he would have been released quick smart and although I truly hope I'm made to eat my words and Aaronson surprises us all I think the owners are hoping BA can look like he belongs in the EPL and his market value increases because atm I can't imagine any club would want to splash more than £7 million on the fella so a big PSR loss.
12.) 29 Jul 2025 12:32:13
Schmidt never got a look in but he's played at a decent level. The problem is that we have two FB's who are going to be playing the majority of the time. Byram can cover but has injury issues so we need at least one more FB if Schmidt goes. So you buy bench warmers who're not as good as your two main men, will play very little and then get criticism when they do come on and don't perform.
I know Farke likes to run with a small squad but the Premier League is completely different to the Championship in intensity and I think we want decent cover who we can trust because there will be injuries and fatigue and rotation will be important.
13.) 29 Jul 2025 13:35:44
I don't get why some of you are so keen on Schmidt? I've seen every minute he's played for rhe first team, live when it comes to home games and I've watched him off the ball and he's shown absolutely nothing. Barely gets over half way when he plays full back. I've got nothing against the lad, I'm sure he does his best but he just doesn't have the talent for the Championship, never mind the Premier League. What am I not seeing?
14.) 30 Jul 2025 00:00:30
Talent dogood .
15.) 31 Jul 2025 23:48:16
Well really lads if you look at Schmidt, on YouTube he does nt look half bad, he can hit the ball he s pretty energetic, and doesn’t look bad but what you ve got to remember he s had no game time, and your saying he has nt really gone over half way line, but is that what he s been told you surely can t judge him off what he’s done because if you watched him before coming to us he played wing or left back for club and country, so I don’t think he s that bad, and the other thing is farke, wanted him but has nt played him, so again is it something there, because we will see if mr farke, is any good this year when he s got to pick the team, who do you leave out stach, long staff, griev, amps, and mr tanaka, then struick, rodon, bijol, bogle, guds, and he s also bringing in more so good luck, and like I’ve said before you can t keep everyone happy.
31 Jan 2025 23:07:54
Having read the interview with Ivan Juric on whether Archer may be released, reading between the lines I would say there is a hint of possible negotiations of his departure.
Archer could be considered as a decent number nine whose performances have been stifled at Southampton. We are lightweight in that position and there could be something happening on that front.
It might be an interesting development over the coming days.?
1.) 01 Feb 2025 01:27:00
Would be nice to get just one in. Just to show they were actively looking and not smoke screening us. Think he would be a useful addition. He will see an opportunity to start regularly if he hits the ground running.
2.) 01 Feb 2025 02:29:06
Any striker that can shoot outside of the box will either score or assist 20 goals this season.
3.) 01 Feb 2025 08:20:13
Despite an injury scare it looks like Lath will leave Middlesbrough for Atlanta for an inflated fee. They'll maybe be looking for a replacement striker despite signing Whitaker and Wolves could well be in the market if Cunha pushes for a move to Arsenal who are in greater need than us.
Like many of the posts it's a concern that it's all left so late. The others have strengthened and Wilder is still saying we're in the market a CB, their fifth signing. They've completed with us and have now added half a team. What have we done? Sold and loaned out although they were probably correct decisions.
4.) 01 Feb 2025 09:57:47
Archer has a good record in Champo . fingers crossed.
5.) 01 Feb 2025 12:11:07
Exactly dun. Look at the 90 min transfer page. It’s lacking one team only.
6.) 01 Feb 2025 13:26:10
And sounds like Clarets adding to the squad with Marcus Edwards, attacking midfielder.
7.) 01 Feb 2025 14:02:05
Archer not even in squad vIpswich. Surprised as they need a win. Suggests he's not up for it or he's going, or both.
8.) 01 Feb 2025 14:22:34
Nah Aus . not under handbrake Farkey
speaking of teams that DO actually score FIVE or SIX or SEVEN
NUNO and CHRIS WOOD masterclass
Forest 7 vs Brighton 0.
9.) 01 Feb 2025 20:42:03
Imagine scoring FIVE or SIX or SEVEN!
10.) 02 Feb 2025 01:43:38
Lol Cuppa.
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11 May 2026 07:28:52
After watching that West Ham v Arsenal game I can have a certain amount of sympathy for them in how cruel and unjust it would seem the inconsistencies of refereeing and VAR decisions are in the Premiership.
However, the sympathy only goes so far for me as they did enjoy a relatively great success and a European trophy not so long ago with a coach in David Moyes who does undeniably have a formula, whether you like his football or not.
These situations can draw parallels with our own club in how many Leeds United fans wanted Daniel Farke booted out not only before the season started but also last November.
Stay humble and be careful what you wish for, I would say. Failure and the great decent down to the Championship is waiting there if you are not.
1.) 11 May 2026 08:23:39
That would be me as one, and I still do. Farke has not had anywhere near the success boring Moyes has had. Silly comparison. And I would def still be reviewing the situation re Farke. If there's better out there, be silly not to go for him.
Just like players are dispensable. It could be argued that we should not sell any players or buy any because the existing squad achieved their goals. But that's not progress is it.
2.) 11 May 2026 08:29:54
Great point, OP.
I definitely wanted Daniel Farke to start the season as our manager, and he thoroughly deserved that chance based on last season.
I did, however, want a change in January when we were woeful and losing every week, but then came that monumental game against Citeh, where Farke adapted and changed his approach, changed the formation, and played to the players' strengths.
Since then, we have looked every inch a very good Premier League team with minimal resources, so I applaud the board for sticking with Farke (unless it was just about money) , and applaud the team and Farke for achieving safety with 3 games to go, and playing some fantastic football along the way.
?
If we win 4-0 tonight, we go 13th! What?
Hopefully the 49’s now invest some serious money into the team to ensure my blood pressure remains in a healthy position! Europe next.
It’s a nice feeling having such a relaxed end to the season for once!
3.) 11 May 2026 09:15:01
It's only silly for you, Aus, because you have always been so vehemently opposed to Farke. Even though he has won us promotion and kept us in the Premiership in our first season up.
Facts, mate, it's staring right at you. Why risk something that ain't broke, for the insecurity and the possible failure of another coach?
I can understand wanting to change your coach when there's perhaps an undeniable breakdown and failure in what he is trying to achieve.
There is a comparison, but you simply don't want to see it, Aus, but that is fine, before someone starts to accuse me of wanting to change another poster's opinion.
Well, we can always enjoy another season in the Premiership with Farke, but perhaps not everyone.
4.) 11 May 2026 09:28:54
Let's keep the whole team then, Opti, cause they've done such a good job keeping us in Prem. Doesn't make any sense. Farke has weaknesses, even though he improved on his first half season failure.
He has done his job, so have the team. I don't think he will be replaced. I'm just saying if better credential manager comes available in our price zone. It should be considered. To think otherwise is blinkered.
5.) 11 May 2026 11:33:56
Players seem to like Farke, and are playing for him. There is absolutely no guarantee, if we changed the manager, that things would massively improve. Long-term improvement in a club relies on lots of factors: players' respect for the manager, and, like it or not, money generated is the biggest.
I don't think even Pep would improve our team without the funding. Farke, in my opinion, has proved his worth to Leeds Utd FC.
Remember the so-called great Clough, excellent manager, worked out well at Leeds.
6.) 11 May 2026 12:42:41
Agree with first paragraph, Mez. Best the devil you know, right. Let's just stick on 15. Bound to get a seven if we twist.
7.) 11 May 2026 13:33:24
I wouldn't keep banging your heads against this particular wall, lads. Aus is about as moveable as Uluru on this one. ?
8.) 11 May 2026 15:29:08
Q. Should we sack Farke - seriously!
A. No, not right now.
If a manager with better credentials comes available in our price zone, should he be considered? If we are not in a situation where we are considering a managerial change, then the answer is clearly still no. If circumstances change, then so could the answer, but, of course, the desirable alternative may not then be available, but that's life, I'm afraid.
In any case, the coveted alternative may turn out to not be as good as hoped, frying pans and fires come to mind - think Slot 2026 versus Slot 2025.
9.) 11 May 2026 16:00:13
I think what Aus is saying is a very good question. The only problem is, who is out there? Nothing wrong with asking that question. Unfortunately, on here too many just can't wait to jump down your throat.
How you ever stay in any meaningful relationship must be hard. It's all my way, my view, my opinion, even those that leave saying they have changed. What. ?
10.) 11 May 2026 16:06:01
Vid, not trying to change his mindset on Farke, just trying to understand Aus's reasoning on the subject, so far, I'm not hearing a good enough response to remotely convince me that it would make sense to sack Farke for a coach with perhaps a marginally better track record than him.
Let's be honest, an elite coach is not going to come to Leeds United.
Personally I would only want to see the back of Farke if his tactics aren't working anymore, and he can't or won't change them, or he cannot coach his players effectively anymore to improve themselves.
In my mind, that would be reasonable rather than knobbing him off only on the basis that another coach might have a slightly better cv.
Comparing improving on your coach is not the same as buying better players, not if the coach is already getting the best out of his players and achieving his employer's objectives.
11.) 11 May 2026 16:22:56
Whiteman, I don't appreciate that you are trying your very best to convince others on this forum that I am doing my very best to change other posters' opinions.
If you take the time to read my posts, which you clearly don't, you will find I'm only making discussion with other posters' opinions.
Or, is that not a good enough reason for you that I post on here?
By the way, I have a very good relationship with my wife and family. Thank you for taking your considerations into my private life.
12.) 11 May 2026 16:52:42
My way.. one of the best songs ever, Whitey
Good post.
13.) 11 May 2026 17:08:17
Agree Baz, great song. Used to put it on the pub jukebox when we were playing doms team games. Rarely lost a game of 5s and 3s when Frank was singing.
14.) 11 May 2026 17:27:52
Lurve it, JR!
Yep, 'My Way'.. one of my absolute faves. I used to sing it with my Japanese colleagues at Karaoke bars when I was living and working in Tokyo.
Happy days!
15.) 11 May 2026 17:51:03
Aus?
At the start of the season, plenty were waxing lyrical about how we missed out on some great managers and how we shouldn't miss out on an upgrade, e.g. Potter, Nuno, Postecoglou, Edwards, Howe, Frank. Goodness me, some were calling for Dyche in November!
Well, as time has passed, despite those managers having access to far more funds and arguably already having far better players, have they really achieved more than Daniel Farke?
Would any of those potential managers have assured us of EPL survival?
DF deserves his chance to move us on, which he has done each and every year he has been with us.
I asked you the question earlier this month before we were going to be flogged by Man U: who would replace Farke and guarantee us something better, who isn't completely fanciful or utterly unavailable? Perhaps you might answer this time?
16.) 11 May 2026 18:33:28
I think that's where the conversation runs dry for a response ani4, in trying to make some debate on the Farke topic, posters like Whiteman just clam up and deliver personal insults.
Just confirms to me they don't have any credible reasoning to further the debate.
No point in continuing.
Scroll on.
17.) 11 May 2026 19:43:19
ani4ni, I believe the point was a debate on whether we should look at changing the management, and whether he has taken us as far as he can, which is a fair question. Anyway, it will be up to the powers above. For me, I think he should stay.
Who could replace him? Not sure, but no manager can guarantee anything, as proven by clubs who have changed managers only to come up against player power and lose their jobs. We don't want in / out in / out, like some on here. Move on. ??♂️
18.) 11 May 2026 23:19:06
Excellent posts, lads.
I've always said if a better manager becomes available, then we should move on. That was earlier in the season when Farke was effing things up.
Now, he has improved many things, yet still has a few failures.
Sitting back in the second half when ahead is the biggest.
As for big-name managers, we can't get them. Look at Areola. He wasn't exactly a big-name coach, but has shown what he can do with limited resources and selling his best players.
However, I will admit Farke has done a helluva job in the second half of the season.
08 May 2026 15:25:07
Really happy that pundits and bookies alike are making us odds on to lose against Spurs on Monday, I'm even hearing two or three nil.
That's music to my ears.
1.) 08 May 2026 16:02:20
Let's be honest, they had one good win against a B team, plus a lucky win against the worst team in the league.
Nothing to fear.
2.) 08 May 2026 16:30:55
I thought Spuds were as good as down, peeps.. Nothing to worry about.
3.) 08 May 2026 16:48:19
If that's true, op. I'll certainly have a couple of shillings on a Leeds win. I'm not reading too much into the Spuds' win against Villa reserves. Wolves outplayed them, and the pressure is all on them.
Since December, only Bournemouth, Manchester City, Devon and Arsenal have lost fewer matches than ourselves.
My Spuds-supporting brother says he is terrified of the game, and would much rather be facing many other sides than Leeds United.
4.) 08 May 2026 17:05:14
Spuds were very good vs Brighton and should have won.
5.) 08 May 2026 19:55:54
If the Arse win on Sunday, we're safe, but Spuds are not. They'll still want to win on Monday cos they won't want to go into their last 2 games with only a 1 point margin, so they have to come at us and try to score, and we play better against teams who do that than against those that play a low block and park the bus.
One thing is certain, and that is, if Sham lose on Sunday, it will be certain that it will be a London team that's relegated.
01 May 2026 11:33:13
Good day gentlemen,
Fortune favours the brave and tonight we have will have to be, to break down a potentially very stubborn ten man Burnley defense.
Even though they have no coach, I still think they will make it very difficult for us.
Glad to welcome back one of our star players in Stach and although Gudmundsson is out I can see Justin doing a very competent job even though he is not left footed.
This is the game that I feel we can put this relegation story to bed once and for all.
I still believe Spurs even with their very narrow win over the worst team in the league will not get the points required to survive.
By the way anyone thinking that is arrogance on my behalf, it's not, just my opinion is all.
I decided after some thought that i would continue to post on here, there's enough good posters on here to still do that and enjoy some good football banter.
For the others, looks like as Ed1 reminded me, I got a lot of scrolling past posts to do.
As I do admit, I do get very wound up be some of you habitual moaners on here.
Not anymore ?.
{Ed001's Note - good to see you back and that is the best way to deal with it. No point letting people with vastly different viewpoints get to you.}
1.) 01 May 2026 13:27:34
Welcome back OP, I concur, good post.
2.) 01 May 2026 14:03:49
I didn't even want to see you go, and said that in a post. ? You're an integral poster to our group.
Agree or disagree, that's irrelevant.
Welcome back (often went to shops longer though) . ?
Nah, seriously.
Welcome back.
3.) 01 May 2026 14:51:44
Great to have you back, mate! I sincerely mean that.
4.) 01 May 2026 16:36:50
Appreciate the comments fellas and to you too Ed. Last thing I wanted to be on here was annoying, I don't usually get wound up in general, but football and especially Leeds United it sometimes gets the better of me.
Just so you know it's not that I wanted to change anyone's opinion on here, even if it looked like it. Surprisingly Aus is one of my favorite posters on here who is pretty much totally opposite to my opinions, long may that continue ?
Enough of all that for now, tonight is the night we book our ticket for another season in the Premiership, tough or frustrating game maybe, but one I see us winning.
It's Dom for me and I'm hoping for a brace from him.
5.) 01 May 2026 17:29:42
Glad you changed your mind, pal!
6.) 01 May 2026 18:28:05
Glad you changed your mind, OP. Always enjoyed your posts. MOT.
7.) 01 May 2026 18:52:24
Great to have you back OP.
8.) 01 May 2026 19:37:29
Apologies OP - hadn't spotted you'd gone but glad you're back anyway. : )
9.) 01 May 2026 20:20:21
I thought you'd miss us and change your mind, OP. There's nowt wrong with having different opinions to some (or all) of us. You may not set out to change anyone else's opinions, but politely challenging their arguments, so that they do so, is the essence of friendly debate, which is what this site is about.
If you disagree with me, I do hope you'll say so. I won't take offence.
10.) 02 May 2026 06:52:38
Welcome back OP, always good to read you mate.
25 Apr 2026 23:04:02
To all the lads that have been good posters on here like Bright, Class, Vid, JR, LAD, ANI and several others, I've enjoyed the football banter, it's been great to share and discuss on here.
It's time for me to end my posts on here, it's not for me anymore.
Enjoy the game tomorrow, you're going to love it.
Leeds Leeds Leeds ✊?⚽️.
1.) 26 Apr 2026 01:47:25
If that's how you feel, then that's what you must do. My view is that forums like this one work better if there are alternate viewpoints to consider. Sometimes I might agree with one, sometimes another, sometimes with nobody, but that's just how it is, and I'm quite unconcerned if nobody shares my opinion.
Enjoy tomorrow's game and the next 4 (5?) this season. Keep logging in and reading what we all have to say, and I'll wager you'll be tempted to join in again.
2.) 26 Apr 2026 06:20:50
Take care OP.
3.) 26 Apr 2026 07:50:40
A sad departure. All the best, buddy! ??
4.) 26 Apr 2026 07:52:50
Sorry to see you go, OP. Always enjoyed your balanced and fair posts. Shame some enjoy jumping on anything you said. Take care, mate.
5.) 26 Apr 2026 08:53:36
Sorry to see you go OP
I've always enjoyed your reasoned, mainly optimistic posts. I also understand why you would want to give it a rest. There is a difference between banter and petty insults.
Enjoy today and the rest of the season.
6.) 26 Apr 2026 09:04:29
A shame. Adios amigo, MOT.
7.) 26 Apr 2026 09:31:03
Genuinely sorry to read that, OP. Definitely a stalwart of the forum. We have certainly had differing opinions in the past (Mess and Farkey) , but you were always fair and balanced in my opinion. You were certainly correct on Farke when I had remained negative and reticent.
As JR posted above, why not take some time out and reconsider when you feel the time is right? I certainly enjoy the banter, the challenges, and, in my own experience, it was Chris that opened my eyes on Orta, and it was you who gave me much needed perspective on Farke.
Site needs people like you, OP, so please reconsider, and if this is goodbye then thanks again for your contributions.
{Ed025's Note - thats a shame really if he does stop posting CO92, he has been one of the best posters on this page for a long time and is always respectful and puts his points across well, hopefully he will just take a bit of time out (which is not a bad thing) and comes back as strong as ever mate..
8.) 26 Apr 2026 09:48:34
Shame, OP, but I can understand why. MOT.
9.) 26 Apr 2026 10:05:11
I'll miss your positivity. Site will become a little too negative if you aren't around to try to balance it back out.
10.) 26 Apr 2026 09:45:47
Really hope so Ed, think we've all considered breaks previously but it's a better site with OP.
{Ed025's Note - absolutely CO92, he was the voice of reason when loads of the supporters wanted to bin DF early on in the season mate, listen we all get fed up at times and having a break is a good idea...i just hope he comes back..
11.) 26 Apr 2026 10:20:31
OP listen to Ed25 mate as what he says is true.
You will be sorely missed.
25 Apr 2026 19:53:56
Thought Southampton were incredibly resilient, their fans should be very proud of them.
I'm almost certain they will be promoted this season whether that's automatic or by play offs.
Their coach has been nothing short of sensational in what he has achieved since he arrived at their club.
Impressive.
1.) 26 Apr 2026 01:53:23
If they're not promoted, that lad Scienza looks quite tasty, and should be on our shopping list. Good to see Azaz score too. I thought he looked promising last season at Boro.
OptimistPesimistt's rumour replies
26 Jun 2025 07:58:26
You are entitled to your opinion as I am mine and I don’t like your opinions of Meslier and Farke.
25 Jun 2025 23:17:58
Yeah right ? is that disrespectful?
You bet your sweet Fanny ass.
15 Apr 2025 22:26:12
I’d rather have pope Francis.
08 Mar 2025 16:06:51
Harrison has always struggled to reach the levels required to be a Premiership player. Just not good enough and I’m sure he will go back to the MLS as it’s unlikely that he wants to play Championship football which is and always has been his level.
Long contracts are given to a lot of players now so to spread out payments and avoid over spending with PSR.
08 Jan 2025 18:17:44
Imagine Meslier playing Champions League with Man United!
OptimistPesimistt's banter replies
14 May 2026 06:05:03
I believe that's only rumours, Cork. What is factual is that Leeds did put a bid in for him last summer, and that means it's pretty sure that he accepted his personal terms on the deal.
Ok the deal fell through at the last minute but what it did show was the intent by Leeds and Wilson himself.
Of course, if the rumour of Villa does turn out to be true, then that would be a bigger consideration for him, with European football on the cards.
We can't give him European football, but I reckon we can match his personal terms.
What might be an attraction for Wilson is that he would be playing alongside several of his Welsh compatriots.
I believe he would be an upgrade on Aaronson, with the versatility that he can play on the left, right and centrally, with, as we've seen this season, goals in his locker.
There could be worse out there, but since he would be free and our budget will be tight, it would make perfect sense to try and bring him in again.
13 May 2026 19:50:09
I don't think Liverpool are going to drop their valuation of Elliot. It looks like there's a good chance that Harry Wilson will come to Leeds in the summer on a free.
I think that makes sense, plus saving 35 Mil.
12 May 2026 19:18:30
It's not always the players in a relegated team that are a good option to buy, there's a reason why teams get relegated and that part is because the players are not good enough or don't have a proper work ethic.
For Wolves I'd probably only rate Joao Gomes and he's got an awful disciplinary record.
As for West Ham, you've got Bowen of course, but he's definitely not coming to Leeds. I hear some say Mavropanos, but I'm not convinced by him at all.
Jimmy would come into the conversation, but I'm sure he wouldn't want to come back to Leeds.
Burnley players? No thank you.
12 May 2026 14:49:40
Can't disagree with any of that, 1970. Good post.
The ideology is firmly driven into the players and what it means to play for Leeds United and what the fans expect from them.
They also understand the style of play and when to change and adapt during games.
I think Farke and his staff totally get what it all means, and their part is so important to guide the players through the Premiership and to improve them.
I don't think there's a lot of trust in our owners yet, but perhaps that has to be earned with how they take our club forward from here on.
Have no doubt in my mind, they will spend as much as is allowed and that recruitment are already identifying their targets.
We will not be spending a huge amount and from what I hear already, it is slightly less than last summer. So, being very precise with our targets will be absolutely imperative.
I've personally got a lot of faith in this current ownership and the people involved in it.
The signs are very good so far.
11 May 2026 19:49:14
It is a very competitive league, but PSR has probably had an impact on teams like Citeh and Chelsea, to rein in their overspending, plus teams like Villa and Newcastle with their vastly wealthy owners.
The quality of the Premiership collectively is still far superior to other European leagues.
Although the Premiership has suffered somewhat, there is still no argument, in my opinion, that it has the best quality and competitiveness of any football league.