Leeds United forward Patrick Bamford and former Liverpool midfielder Fabinho are two unlikely names to be linked in the world of football.
Bamford, who has only played in the top four divisions of English football, found himself in top form during his time at Leeds while Fabinho, a Brazilian with experience in multiple European leagues, now calls Saudi Arabia home.
While Bamford achieved his best season at Leeds with 17 goals in the Premier League, Fabinho was a key player for Liverpool during the same period. Despite their different career paths, the two players share a unique connection through their respective teammates.
Bamford shared a comical story about how Leeds’ technical director Victor Orta, who was known for his passionate support from the stands, started singing his chant after he scored against Liverpool. This led to Fabinho sending voice notes to former Leeds player Helder Costa every time Bamford scored, creating a fun rivalry between the two friends.
Furthermore, other high-profile players like Ousmane Dembele from Barcelona also showed their admiration for Bamford by requesting his shirt through Leeds goalkeeper Illan Meslier. This unexpected fandom from top players highlights the impact of Marcelo Bielsa’s leadership at Leeds.
