When Leeds United fans think back to their first eight games of this Premier League season, Brenden Aaronson’s performances will certainly be considered one of the shining lights. The American has arguably been the Whites’ best piece of summer business, hitting the ground running at Elland Road following his arrival from Red Bull Salzburg.
Aaronson’s ability and confidence with the ball at his feet has seen him receive plenty of praise from around the competition. Thomas Frank even hailed the USA international as a ‘top buy’ after seeing his Brentford side demolish Leeds 5-2 in the capital.
He’s still only 21 years old and his displays have underlined him as one of the brightest young stars currently plying their trade in the top flight. His contribution to wins over Wolves and Chelsea saw him truly announce himself and he bagged the opening goal of the game in the latter, stealing the ball off the dithering Edouard Mendy and poking the ball into the empty net.
