Leeds dud who's been "abysmal" out on loan must never wear the shirt again
da dobrowin： It’s safe to say that numerous Leeds United talents have thrived this season, massively helping Daniel Farke in his quest to secure Championship promotion.
da fezbet： The German has led the Whites to top spot, winning 22 games out of their 35 outings, the second most of any side in the division to date – aiding their title challenge.
The forward line has massively impressed, registering 72 goals in the league to date, an average of 2.1 per game – by far and away the best tally in the division.
Joel Piroe has contributed with the most finishes, scoring 15 times – the highest of any player in the second tier – already outscoring his tally from last campaign, subsequently taking his career to the next level under Farke.
The Whites’ star quality in the final third has been made all the more impressive, especially after losing two of their key forwards from last season over the summer window.
Rutter & Summerville’s stats for Leeds in 2023/24
Despite losing the play-off final against Southampton, winger Crysencio Summerville starred throughout the campaign – registering 20 goals and nine assists in his 46 outings.
The Dutchman produced countless moments of magic, finishing as the Whites’ top scorer and would subsequently depart in a £25m deal to join West Ham United after failing to secure promotion.
Georginio Rutter also starred in the final third during 2023/24, scoring seven goals and 15 assists, with the Frenchman and Summerville contributing with a combined 51 goals – with their tally equating to 63% of the team’s total.
The 22-year-old also departed in a £40m deal to join Brighton, leaving a huge hole in the side, which Farke has done tremendously to fill, given their form in recent weeks.
However, he’s not been able to rely on one player who’s spent the last couple of years out on loan, with the hierarchy needing to cash in on him this summer after his lack of impact elsewhere.
The Leeds dud of his been “abysmal” out on loan
After relegation back to England’s second tier, it was to be expected that numerous players would depart the club to once again play at a higher level.
The likes of Rasmus Kristensen and Max Wober would both depart to join Roma and Borussia Mönchengladbach on loan, respectively, aiming to further their careers after relegation.
However, Jack Harrison also followed in the same footsteps, joining Premier League outfit Everton on loan for the 2023/24 season – looking to play a key role in the Toffees’ survival bid.
The 28-year-old featured 29 times in the league last campaign but only managed to score three times and notch three assists, failing to match the expectations he joined the Merseyside outfit with.
Despite his lack of form, now sacked Everton boss Sean Dyche would re-sign the Englishman for the ongoing season, once again moving to Goodison Park temporarily.
However, this time around, he’s come under serious criticism for his lack of impact in the final third, failing to register a single goal or assist in any of his 27 appearances to date – leading to writer Ell Bretland dubbing him as “abysmal”.
In recent days, Harrison has been linked with a return to the MLS after his previous stint with New York City FC, with Farke and the hierarchy needing to cash in on his signature amid the recent interest in his services.
Jack Harrison’s stats for Everton in the PL (2024/25)
Statistics (per 90)
Tally
Games played
23
Goals & assists
0
Shots on target per game
0.34
Pass accuracy
75%
Cross success
21%
Dribble success
36%
Possession lost per game
2.2
Stats via FotMob
With his contract not running out until 2028, the Whites will still demand a fee for his services despite his lack of impact at Goodison, but it could have an impact on how much they will receive should they decide to sell him.
Regardless of the fee they’d receive, they desperately need to cash in on his services this summer to avoid losing more money on him down the line.
Should the Whites complete the job and secure promotion in the coming weeks, it’s pivotal they equip themselves with the tools to compete in the top flight – with Harrison no longer at the level required after his form during his loan spell this campaign.
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The former Leeds United talent has starred with regular game time away from Elland Road.