Here are the latest Leeds United evening headlines on Sunday, September 11, 2022.
'I don't see it as a weight," says Joe Gelhardt
Leeds United striker Joe Gelhardt does not buy into the potential pressure being placed upon him when he is asked to lead the line for Jesse Marsch's Whites this term.
Injuries to Patrick Bamford and Rodrigo have seen Gelhardt once again thrust into a starting spot for Leeds. At just 20-years-old, Gelhardt is still learning his craft, which is hard to do when your training ground is the Premier League.
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But despite this, the Liverpool born forward sees his chance to start games for Leeds as an opportunity to continue his growth.
"I don't see it as a weight, I see it more as an opportunity for myself," Gelhardt told the Yorkshire Evening Post.
"I don't really feel pressure, I just try to go onto the pitch and do what's best for the team and play my game. I'm grateful for the opportunities I'm getting to play in the Premier League.
"Whenever I step out on the field I don't feel too much pressure – maybe a bit of nerves before the game but as soon as that whistle goes, it's just like any other game for me, really."
Leeds United boss Jesse Marsch told to change his ways or risk reputation
Former Leeds United defender Danny Mills believes Jesse Marsch needs to change his touchline demeanour in the wake of his red card against Brighton last weekend.
The American was sent off as he watched his side go down to a 5-2 defeat, which sparked clear frustrations. An animated presence on the touchline, Marsch has not been shy about demonstrating his emotions during games. However, Mills believes too much emotion on display is not a good thing.
TalkSPORT regular Mills had this to say on Marsch's touchline presence this season: “He’s a good coach with some very good ideas, but if he keeps going apoplectic on the touchline, then that’s going to detract from what he’s actually doing.
"That’s what you don’t want as a manager and I think there are one or two Leeds fans now saying, ‘Is this really necessary?"
Ten best Leeds United players so far this season and how they've helped Jesse Marsch's squad
Leeds United have had a solid start to the season, with wins against Wolverhampton Wanderers and Chelsea being particular highlights for Jesse Marsch in his first full campaign as manager.
Five of their first-team summer signings all take places in their top ten after incredible starts to their Leeds careers as they try and solidify their spots in Marsch's starting XI.
The Whites look to have played a blinder with their summer signings. So far, Luis Sinisterra, Brenden Aaronson and Tyler Adams have all impressed early in their Leeds careers.
See where all ten ranks in WhoScored.com's player ratings here
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