Paul Merson has weighed in on Leeds United’s chances of securing promotion to the Premier League this season following their recent victory over Watford.
With their sixth consecutive unbeaten game and back-to-back wins at Elland Road, Leeds has now moved into the top two positions in the Championship standings. Despite a less than stellar performance against Watford, Merson believes that these hard-fought victories are vital for their promotion push.
Leeds has endured a challenging start to the season, facing top-eight teams early on, but they are now gaining momentum in their bid for promotion. Merson, who had previously noted the pressure on Leeds manager Farke, is now confident in the club’s ability to make a return to the Premier League.
Describing Leeds as a ‘massive club’ with a ‘huge fan base’, Merson believes that they have what it takes to secure promotion this season. His prediction aligns with the sentiments of others in the football world, including Watford boss Tom Cleverley who praised Leeds as a ‘top team’ for their ability to secure wins even when not playing at their best.
As Leeds continues to climb the Championship table and impress with their performances, it seems that the predictions for their promotion are becoming more favorable. Only time will tell if Merson’s prediction will come true and Leeds will indeed secure a return to the Premier League.
