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Matty Hewitt

Wilfried Gnonto forces Jesse Marsch into Leeds United u-turn with new signing set for 'big role'

Jesse Marsch has admitted he's had to revise his statement regarding Wilfried Gnonto after an impressive start to life at Elland Road. The new Leeds United signing had originally been touted as one for the future, with the head coach stating he wasn't ready for the Premier League.

However, the 18-year-old become just the first attacker to make three starts for the Italian national side in the post-war era, a sign of how high his ceiling is. Roberto Mancini is a big fan of the striker and his move to Leeds now looks to be a shrewd addition.

The hard working frontman has impressed Marsch upon arrival and is set to be a part of the Whites' squad to face Aston Villa this weekend.

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