The #LUFC Breakfast Debate (Tuesday 15th April) Bamford to see out his contract with Leeds

[Ellandback1]

Good Morning. It's Tuesday 15th April, and here are the latest headlines from Elland Road...


Bamford to see out his contract with Leeds

Rumors swirling about Leeds United potentially offloading Patrick Bamford have been met with derision by Whites fans on social media. The 31-year-old striker is entering the final year of his contract, and with a Premier League return seemingly on the horizon, speculation has linked Leeds with a host of high-profile forwards, including Evan Ferguson and Tammy Abraham.

While he's capable of producing moments of brilliance in his limited appearances, Bamford's persistent injury woes combined with his substantial wages firmly place him in the "liability" category. The real hurdle lies in his exorbitant salary. When back in the Premier League, Bamford's weekly wage will jump back to £90,000, translating to £390,000 a month.

This makes him virtually untradeable. No club will be willing to take a gamble on a player with his injury record while shouldering such significant financial obligations. Moreover, considering this is likely to be Bamford's last major payday, he's unlikely to accept a pay cut to join another club.

This essentially traps Leeds, making a sale incredibly difficult, if not impossible. The idea of actively seeking to profit from his departure, therefore, appears to be a fantastical notion, disconnected from the financial realities surrounding the player. Instead, Leeds may be stuck with Bamford, hoping for flashes of his former self while simultaneously planning for the future with a more reliable and cost-effective attacking force.





The Season Ticket Dilemma: Family Stand-In or Sacred Seat?

Football season tickets: a badge of honour, a guaranteed seat amidst the roar of the crowd. But what happens if you can't make it to a game? The question then arises, familiar to many season ticket holders: can a family member use your ticket?

It’s a situation that sparks more debate than you might expect. On one hand, loyalty dictates keeping those seats filled, preferably with someone you know and trust. Why let a ticket go to waste when your brother, sister, or child would be thrilled to go? It feels like a fair extension of the privilege, keeping the passion for the team within the family. After all, you've paid for the entire season, and as long as it's not being resold for profit, shouldn't a family member be allowed to use it in your absence?

However, the counter-argument suggests that season tickets are a personal commitment, representing years of unwavering dedication (in some cases, decades on a waiting list). Allowing even family members to substitute blurs the lines of ownership. Is it fair to those still waiting for their chance to secure a coveted spot? And does allowing someone else to attend diminish the value and spirit of being a dedicated season ticket holder? The answer, it seems, isn't always clear-cut.

[Sean_Nile]

It has been rumoured that Patrick Bamford has made a remarkable pledge ahead of Leeds United's potential return to the Premier League.

If the club secures promotion, he will donate his entire salary to help underprivileged people in Leeds purchase season tickets. Known for his generosity and strong connection to the local community, Bamford wants to ensure that everyone, regardless of financial circumstances, has the opportunity to support the team.

His gesture underscores a deep commitment not just to the club, but to the fans who make Elland Road special. This magnanimous gesture has left many of his critics dumbfounded, so much so that there is now an online petition to have a bronze statue cast and erected on the plinth next to Bremner.

[Jaydog]

His contract ends in 2079

[mentalcase]

Morning all.
I've always been a believer that bamford won't be going anywhere, he'll see out his contract with "some" minutes on the pitch, but more either on the bench or in his own private box, better know as the medical suite, forshaws name has been ripped off the door so it's been renamed.
ST holders, who knows whether they attend or not !!
Nobody has a scooby who is in the seats, if 64 lent his ticket to a mate on Saturday, the club would have no idea, anyway, there ain't enough STs to go round and it will only get worse if these promises of increased capacity ever come to fruition.

[Ellandback1]

Morning all.
I've always been a believer that bamford won't be going anywhere, he'll see out his contract with "some" minutes on the pitch, but more either on the bench or in his own private box, better know as the medical suite, forshaws name has been ripped off the door so it's been renamed.
ST holders, who knows whether they attend or not !!
Nobody has a scooby who is in the seats, if 64 lent his ticket to a mate on Saturday, the club would have no idea, anyway, there ain't enough STs to go round and it will only get worse if these promises of increased capacity ever come to fruition.

I read a post on another forum of a guy not being allowed into ER with his dads season ticket.

[Volvo Jack]

It has been rumoured that Patrick Bamford has made a remarkable pledge ahead of Leeds United's potential return to the Premier League.

If the club secures promotion, he will donate his entire salary to help underprivileged people in Leeds purchase season tickets. Known for his generosity and strong connection to the local community, Bamford wants to ensure that everyone, regardless of financial circumstances, has the opportunity to support the team.

His gesture underscores a deep commitment not just to the club, but to the fans who make Elland Road special. This magnanimous gesture has left many of his critics dumbfounded, so much so that there is now an online petition to have a bronze statue cast and erected on the plinth next to Bremner.

Good Idea about a bronze statue (off) side of Billy B. Also one at the L.G.I. and plus another at St. James but instead of scarves that are on Bremners statue Bamford's could be adorned with Bandages and Sticking Plasters

[ruttermania]

The club gave him the contract after the 1st season in the Prem.at which stage he had played 3 seasons for Bielsa who basically admitted that his demands on players made it difficult for players sustain beyond 3 seasons. Most of his injury problems can be traced back to the massive demands that the Bielsa system put on the lone striker and if there was any foresight applied after the JKA debacle it should have been obvious that there was a high risk attached to that commitment to a player who was going to be susceptible to wear and tear. There's no FFP implication other than the wages . Personally I think he wouldn't be the worst option to have on the bench for 20 to 30 minute cameos in the Prem. and as it would only be a one season situation it might encourage Matteo to stick around rather than flouncing off i.

[Ellandback1]

The club gave him the contract after the 1st season in the Prem.at which stage he had played 3 seasons for Bielsa who basically admitted that his demands on players made it difficult for players sustain beyond 3 seasons. Most of his injury problems can be traced back to the massive demands that the Bielsa system put on the lone striker and if there was any foresight applied after the JKA debacle it should have been obvious that there was a high risk attached to that commitment to a player who was going to be susceptible to wear and tear. There's no FFP implication other than the wages . Personally I think he wouldn't be the worst option to have on the bench for 20 to 30 minute cameos in the Prem. and as it would only be a one season situation it might encourage Matteo to stick around rather than flouncing off i.

Some great points, especially regarding Bielsa's three season rule.

Bielsa connected to the club and its fanbase better than anybody else I can remember, but I do wonder whether our (Leeds fans) minds have been clouded by his connection, rather than coaching abilities? We probably had the fittest squad in Europe during his reign, but what good is it, if it cuts short their playing career?

[Sean_Nile]

We probably had the fittest squad in Europe during his reign, but what good is it, if it cuts short their playing career?

Now there is a conundrum to ponder... how does becoming super fit make you injury prone and unhealthy... unless you overtrain and put unbelievable strain on your body.

In all walks of life it defies logic to say get yourself fit and the end result will be you become unhealthy.

All fitness regimes are to make you more healthy not less.

[The Subhuman]

As a footballer Paddy is a more mobile Chris Wood so he'll be fine off the bench and as cover .....

[Jaydog]

Now there is a conundrum to ponder... how does becoming super fit make you injury prone and unhealthy... unless you overtrain and put unbelievable strain on your body.

In all walks of life it defies logic to say get yourself fit and the end result will be you become unhealthy.

All fitness regimes are to make you more healthy not less.

I think it’s nonsense. Just some daft football old wives tale.
You have an obligation to look after yourself to some degree. So if the suggestion is that a training regime will forshawten my career then I wonder if players would be so committed to it.
Invented a word there.

[weasel]

The club gave him the contract after the 1st season in the Prem.at which stage he had played 3 seasons for Bielsa who basically admitted that his demands on players made it difficult for players sustain beyond 3 seasons. Most of his injury problems can be traced back to the massive demands that the Bielsa system put on the lone striker and if there was any foresight applied after the JKA debacle it should have been obvious that there was a high risk attached to that commitment to a player who was going to be susceptible to wear and tear. There's no FFP implication other than the wages . Personally I think he wouldn't be the worst option to have on the bench for 20 to 30 minute cameos in the Prem. and as it would only be a one season situation it might encourage Matteo to stick around rather than flouncing off i.

2+2 not equalling 4. Bamford had injury problems prior to joining Leeds and missed most of his first season at Leeds through a serious injury. Hardly Bielsa related and nor was his injury sustained during a slide on his knees after scoring a goal. Sadly some players are simply injury prone and often once some part of your body lets you down you start getting injuries elsewhere by trying to protect your weak area.

Dallas was a prime example of a player getting better and better through being super fit. Similar to Bamford missed a lot of matches through injury early on with Leeds but then became an ever present prior to the injury sustained against Man City, again not a body breaking down through excessive demands injury.

Just look at the comedian Eddie Izzard running marathons day afer day as an example of what the body can do and how it can get used to a level of fitness.

[1964white]

Morning all.
I've always been a believer that bamford won't be going anywhere, he'll see out his contract with "some" minutes on the pitch, but more either on the bench or in his own private box, better know as the medical suite, forshaws name has been ripped off the door so it's been renamed.
ST holders, who knows whether they attend or not !!
Nobody has a scooby who is in the seats, if 64 lent his ticket to a mate on Saturday, the club would have no idea, anyway, there ain't enough STs to go round and it will only get worse if these promises of increased capacity ever come to fruition.

Tickets to a mate have to be sent to one of your family or friends in your ticket history account, so they should know!

I returned my match ticket to the club, so LUFC could resell the ticket at an inflated price.

[1964white]

I read a post on another forum of a guy not being allowed into ER with his dads season ticket.

His dad is one of his family & friends account, Matt.

[1964white]

Good Idea about a bronze statue (off) side of Billy B. Also one at the L.G.I. and plus another at St. James but instead of scarves that are on Bremners statue. Bamford's could be adorned with Bandages and Sticking Plasters

[mentalcase]

His dad is one of his family & friends account, Matt.

So that should be acceptable !!
But if say I have 2 STs for me and lad on my phone, they have absolutely no idea who is going in with me, whether it be my lad or Frank Bruno.

[Rook]

Bamford has never been the same since he injured himself whilst celebrating a goal.

How long ago was that?

[1964white]

2+2 not equalling 4. Bamford had injury problems prior to joining Leeds and missed most of his first season at Leeds through a serious injury. Hardly Bielsa related and nor was his injury sustained during a slide on his knees after scoring a goal. Sadly some players are simply injury prone and often once some part of your body lets you down you start getting injuries elsewhere by trying to protect your weak area.

Spot on.

Bamford suffered a posterior cruciate ligament injury in a U23s match and faced four months on the sidelines.

Bamford returned from his cruciate ligament injury as a second-half substitute against Bolton, opening the scoring for his first league goal for the club in a 1–0 win.

I was at the game in what was a frustrating Leeds display until Paddy scored the winning goal.

Paddy made just over 20 appearances in his first season at Leeds.

[1964white]

So that should be acceptable !!
But if say I have 2 STs for me and lad on my phone, they have absolutely no idea who is going in with me, whether it be my lad or Frank Bruno.

The person selling the ticket has to transfer their unwanted ticket onto the family/friends actual phone, so they should know who has the ticket on match days, I'd assume.

Obviously, friends & family are registered as LUFC members.

I'm not saying it's acceptable, but that's how it works, Mental.

[mentalcase]

The person selling the ticket has to transfer their unwanted ticket onto the family/friends actual phone, so they should know who has the ticket on match days, I'd assume.

Obviously, friends & family are registered as LUFC members.

I'm not saying it's acceptable, but that's how it works, Mental.

Well I've been in on someones ST very very easily, simply walked up to the turnstiles with him, I go in first, he goes in second, as I say , easy, no need to transfer anything, all from his phone.
You don't think those africans or whatever they are actually know whats going on do you !!