Dismayed Leeds United fans face a miserable and anxious summer after their relegation from the Premier League was confirmed on the final day, but a few are already clear about one change they want to see when they land back in the Championship next season.
Any hopes White supporters had of a final-day miracle all but evaporated when Sam Allardyce’s side went behind to Harry Kane’s goal less than two minutes into the clash with Tottenham Hotspur at Elland Road, and a listless performance in response to that only deepened their dismay.
Midfielder Adam Forshaw was the only player who came in for any real praise, with his composed and committed performance leading to lamentations that his injury issues have limited his minutes and calls that he should not only get a new contract this summer to stop him becoming a fee agent,, but should also be considered for the captaincy. Here’s a selection of what the Leeds United faithful had to say.
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Krzysztof Wrzal: I wish Adam Forshaw had played more this season
Ryan: What a class player Forshaw is, all those who mock him should watch him play. Not only would I offer him a new long term contract but he'd be my captain next year.
Liam Kent: With Roca and McKennie both going, despite his injury record, I'd probably keep Forshaw next season. Only one showing anything today.
LeedsLeedsLeeds : If #lufc don’t resign Forshaw, it’s one of the worst football decisions we’ve made in 20 years. Quality player, bit of grit, captain in championship for me.
Amy Kelly: Adam Forshaw is a major contender for player of the year and he’s played about 5 games
N9: Forshaw deserves a place in the team next season. I'd be tempted to captain him if he wasn't prone to injury
James Lawrence: Adam Forshaw is comfortably our best midfielder.
Stephen: Forshaw Leeds captain next season?
LD: Forshaw being best player we’ve got says a lot. Fair play to him like after all his injury struggles.
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