Tuesday night at Elland Road, Leeds United was held to a scoreless draw by Sunderland, leaving them looking unimpressive. With this point, they go back into the spots where they will automatically advance, but if Ipswich Town wins tonight, they have a chance to pass the Whites and go back to the top of the table.
With just three games left after that match, United’s next Championship matchup is against Blackburn Rovers, and it’s safe to say that victory is imperative. As the dust settles from Tuesday night’s draw, here are some of the most recent headlines.
Summerville latest
As summer approaches, a number of clubs are keeping an eye on Crysencio Summerville’s circumstances at Leeds United. Fabrizio Romano says clubs are getting ready to “push” for the Dutchman, but nothing is thought to be at an advanced stage. He expressed this opinion to Caught Offside.
Summerville, who has scored 17 league goals for the team this season, has been linked to teams including Liverpool, AC Milan, Chelsea, and Newcastle United. According to recent sources, Leeds is eager to sign the winger to a new contract, but it’s reasonable to assume that his future may depend on Leeds’ ability to advance to the Premier League.
Carrick on Ayling
As Luke Ayling’s loan at Middlesbrough draws to an end, his future is still unknown. Since January, Ayling has been on loan to Michael Carrick’s team. He has made 15 appearances and is crucial to the Teesside team’s late push for the play-offs. Though Boro is keeping their options open, it is unclear where he will play next season because his contract with Leeds is expiring.
“There are always things you’re doing well and things you could do even better. That’s the way things are. “In my opinion, he’s not standing on stage or in the shop window to be judged in that way,” Carrick stated in reference to Teesside Live regarding the likelihood that Middlesbrough would offer Ayling a contract.
“No matter how long they have left on their contract or anything else, every player in that group right now is one of our players, whether they are on loan or not. He’s our player right now, and we will try to take full advantage of it. He settled very fast and did a great job. It was clear that he hadn’t played much before entering. He gave the squad a little more individuality and character, and by doing so, he demonstrated that he understood what it took to succeed in this league.”
