Leeds United secured a convincing 4–1 victory over Crystal Palace, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin once again demonstrating his goal-scoring prowess by netting two goals in the match. Calvert-Lewin has been in exceptional form, scoring six goals in his last four Premier League appearances for Leeds.
Ethan Ampadu and Anton Stach also found the back of the net in the second half, contributing to Farke’s team’s comfortable win and further solidifying Leeds’ position in the league.
Despite the positive results and performance from the team, there seems to be discontent brewing at Elland Road, particularly concerning Wilfried Gnonto. Gnonto, who has shown promise in recent substitute appearances, was once again overlooked for a starting position in the recent match against Palace.
Farke opted to start Brenden Aaronson instead of Gnonto, a decision that has left the winger visibly unhappy. Gnonto has reportedly been linked with a move away from Leeds in the upcoming transfer window, with clubs in Saudi Arabia showing interest in securing his services.
Comparatively, Aaronson, who has not been as creative or effective in the attack, retained his place in the starting lineup despite criticism of his performances. Gnonto’s impressive displays off the bench have highlighted his ability to create opportunities and be a game-changer in the final third, qualities that have been lacking in Aaronson’s game.
The situation has raised concerns about Gnonto’s future at Leeds, with the winger possibly seeking regular playing time elsewhere if his opportunities in the team remain limited. The preference given to Aaronson over Gnonto could potentially lead to the departure of the talented winger in search of a more prominent role in another club.
