Junior Firpo has heaped praise on the "unbelievable" Wilfried Gnonto following his arrival at Leeds United in the summer transfer window.
Gnonto has shown just how dangerous he can be with the ball at his feet on numerous occasions for the Whites this season. Looking to take on his man at will, the Italian has been a welcome addition to an already talented group of attacking options at Leeds.
Javi Gracia's decision to start Gnonto during the chaotic 4-2 win over Wolves was repaid inside the first six minutes as he drove to the byline at speed before expertly cutting the ball back into the path of Jack Harrison to fire home in some style. His third assist of the season in the Premier League, with two top-flight goals to his name as well, saw the 19-year-old called up to represent Italy during the international break.
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Named on the bench for his country's 2-1 defeat to England on Thursday night, Gnonto came on for a late cameo and showed glimpses of his talent once again.
And now Firpo has joined in with the plaudits heading his way as he told The Official Leeds United Podcast just how impressed he has been with the teenager since his arrival at Elland Road.
"I think nobody expected it from him," Firpo said when asked how good Gnonto has been so far. "He was just a shy guy, didn't talk too much - a little bit shy in training.
"But as soon as he went on the pitch he was unbelievable from day one. It's not normal how he plays, how mature he is. I am really happy for him as he is such a good guy."
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