Leeds set Saints deadline over Che Adams

Good Morning. It's Thursday 9th January, and here are the latest headlines from Elland Road...


Leeds have £8m activation clause to snap up Harrison

According to Phil Hay, Leeds have an agreement with Manchester City that they can sign Jack Harrison on a permanent basis for £8m. The 23 year old has contributed five goals and six assists in 26 appearances for the Whites.

Leeds can activate the sales simply by offering £8m, whether they stay in the Championship or are promoted. I dare say Leeds will wait until the end of the season to ensure they stay within the FFP rules and regulations.





Che Adams - Keen on Elland Road switch

Phil Hay has also revealed that Saints hitman Che Adams is keen on a move to Elland Road. The 23 year old is yet to score for the South Coast club in 15 appearances (mostly as substitute). We heard last week that their Manager Ralph Hasenhuttl is not keen on allowing a player he paid 15m for last Summer to leave the club, unless they strengthen up front.

However, the former Chief Football Writer for the YEP said he had heard behind the scenes that Leeds have “confidence that they can get it [the Adams deal] done”. Leeds have given the Saints the rest of this week to get back to them, or they will move on to other targets.





Leeds top on stats

Now that we are more than halfway through the Championship season, lets take a look at the stats where Leeds are top of the Championship! Do any of these stats surprise you? Is this a harder or easier league based upon previous seasons?

Most games won - 15
Most chances created - 310
Most shots - 307
Most shots on target - 131
Most clean sheets - 12
Most touches in opposition box - 765
Most corners - 184
Fewest shots on target faced - 69
Best goal difference - +22