Leeds United have a clear mission now – secure promotion back to the Premier League this season. After clinching a spot in the Championship play-off final with a convincing victory over Norwich City, they are set to face Southampton, another former Premier League team. The stakes are high for both clubs as they battle it out on May 26th.
While the main goal is promotion, the outcome of this match will also determine the future of many individuals at both clubs. One player likely to move on is Ian Poveda, who has struggled to make an impact since joining Leeds. With interest from clubs like Luton Town and Burnley, Poveda’s departure could potentially strengthen Leeds’ competition in the Championship next season.
If Leeds fail to secure promotion and Poveda helps another club achieve it, they may regret letting him go. Additionally, the lack of a transfer fee for Poveda means missed opportunities for Leeds to strengthen their squad. As they head into the play-off final, the club must use all this as motivation to secure their return to the Premier League and avoid potential repercussions in the future.
