Leeds United had a mostly successful 2023/24 season, although it ended in disappointment on two occasions. Despite having a chance to secure automatic promotion on the final day, they fell short to Ipswich Town by six points in the end. They then suffered a heartbreaking defeat in the play-off final to Southampton just two weeks later.
The defining moment of the match at Wembley came when Southampton’s Adam Armstrong scored the only goal of the game after capitalizing on a defensive error by Ethan Ampadu. This loss highlighted Leeds’ lack of clinical finishing from their forwards throughout the season.
Joel Piroe managed 13 goals in 45 appearances, while Patrick Bamford struggled to reach double figures with only eight goals in 33 matches. Georginio Rutter also failed to find the back of the net consistently, with more impact coming from his assists.
Farke’s side heavily relied on goals from wide areas, with Crysencio Summerville being a standout performer with 19 goals and nine assists. However, with interest from top clubs like Liverpool and Chelsea, his departure could leave a significant gap in the team’s attacking lineup.
As for Cameron Archer, who is set to return to Aston Villa after a loan spell at Sheffield United, he could be a valuable addition to Leeds on a loan deal. His previous success in the Championship and potential for the future could make him a key player in their quest for promotion in the upcoming season.
