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Before and returning to the 2025/26 season Premier Leaguewhich raises big questions Leeds UnitedThey need purpose if they are to ensure survival.
This summer, management completed deals for Noah Okafor, Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Lucas Nmecha – only the former of the three paid to join Elland Road.
Many people question whether Daniel WakeThe team has done enough to stay alive and reverse the recent trend of newly promoted teams immediately returning to the second tier.
The trio have scored 16 of the club’s 31 league goals this season, with seven teams in England’s top flight scoring fewer goals so far.
However, this did not stop the team from adding offensive reinforcements in January but unfortunately, their efforts were ineffective.
How close Leeds United are to signing Harry Wilson in January
In a bid to strengthen their squad during the summer transfer window, Leeds United are targeting a host of attacking options, many of whom are currently playing in the Premier League.
Jorgen Strand Larsen is one of the biggest talking points with the club also looking for a transfer harry wilson The third transfer window in a row.
The Wales international has been one of the stars at this level this season, scoring eight goals and assisting four in 23 games so far.
However, with his contract expiring in June, Falke’s side are one of a number of clubs Aim to attract 28-year-old player Cheap.
It’s unclear whether the Whites have ever made formal contact with Marco Silva’s side, but their stance has been clear from the start – Wilson is not for sale.
If the club’s energy continues towards the end of May, it certainly wouldn’t be a surprise to see the hierarchy make signing him a priority again.
Former Leeds star is in better form than Wilson now
Missing out on Wilson’s signing would undoubtedly be a heavy blow to Leeds given his performances in the Premier League this season.
His talent in the final third will undoubtedly increase the club’s chances of staying in the top flight, but such a move must be forgotten for now.
It’s clear Calvert-Lewin has the ability to help in the final third, with the Englishman’s nine goals being a first-team high.
One would certainly expect the likes of Okafor and Nmecha to also provide supplies between now and the end of the season to help take some of the pressure off the Talisman’s shoulders.
However, if the management manage to retain the wingers, the onus of delivering the goods will certainly be balanced in the front three. Crisencio Somerville.
The Dutchman captured the hearts of the fans during his time at Leeds, creating countless magical moments during his three years at Yorkshire.
The Dutchman joined the club in 2021, initially playing in the youth teams before being promoted to the first team and impressing at Elland Road.
In the 2022/23 season, he scored the winning goal against Liverpool at Anfield, but it was not enough at the end of the season and the club fell into the Championship.
Relegation was a blessing in disguise for his career, with 20 goals and 9 assists for the Whites in the 2023/24 season, but failure to gain promotion led to a £25 million move to West Ham United.
Management have been forced to sell the attacker, but keeping the 24-year-old will give Falke the perfect attacking option in the Premier League this season.
Somerville has been described as “unstoppableWith goals now in four consecutive games for the Hammers, there’s no doubt it could come back to bite the Whites in the coming weeks, according to statistician David O’Brien. For context, while Wilson has been one of the best players in the top flight this season, the Welshman has scored two goals in his last four games.
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Crysencio Summerville – Premier League Statistics (2025/26) |
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Statistics (per 90 people) |
consistent |
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Games played |
19 |
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Goals and assists |
4 |
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Pass accuracy |
84% |
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Create opportunities |
1.1 |
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successful dribbling |
1.7 |
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Dribbling success rate |
47% |
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duel won |
49% |
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Foul wins |
2.4 |
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Statistics passed fiery thug |
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Although he is opposite Wilson, the winger is known for cutting inside from the left and shooting from the right – just like the Welshman shoots from the right.
Both are incredible forwards who can change a game in a split second, something Falke’s side desperately crave as they try to beat the Premier League.
There’s no denying that every supporter was keen to keep hold of him given his astronomical numbers at Elland Road, but ultimately, their failure to secure promotion cost them dearly.
Their defeat is certainly West Ham’s gain, with the Dutchman possessing star quality to undermine any chance of Farke’s side ensuring top-flight survival.
