News of leeds

Bielsa leaves Leeds after a truly transformative journey

04-03-2022 12:41 Veteran Argentine coach fired by Premier League side after falling victim to awful streak of four consecutive heavy losses – but what a ride it was for fans in West Yorkshire.

by Dan Edwards

FOOTBALL

Leeds United 'part company' with manager Marcelo Bielsa

27-02-2022 08:10 Premier League club Leeds United "part company" with legendary Argentine coach Marcelo Bielsa following a dreadful run and with the club just three points above the relegation zone.

PREMIER LEAGUE

Bielsa says Leeds contract 'resolved' ahead of new season

12-08-2021 14:52 The 66-year-old did not give any details on whether he has put pen to paper on new terms, but indicated he had committed to a further season at Elland Road.

ARGENTINE COACH

Bielsa waits for final whistle to decide on new Leeds deal

21-05-2021 10:10 Marcelo Bielsa says he has held talks with Leeds United over a new contract but has reiterated there will be no announcement on his future until the end of the season.

FOOTBALL

Bielsa denies he is close to signing new contract with Leeds

15-04-2021 12:24 Marcelo Bielsa denies La Nación reporting claiming he is "very close" to signing a new two-year contract with Leeds United.

FOOTBALL – PREMIER LEAGUE

Bielsa says Leeds should wait before extending his contract

22-02-2021 13:01 Marcelo Bielsa says it would be better for Leeds United to wait until the end of the season before deciding whether to extend his contract.

A LA CANCHA

What might have been: Sabella and Maradona in Sheffield

19-12-2020 09:23 Late footballer and national team coach Alejandro Sabella was a fans favourite during his time with English side Sheffield United – and he was nearly joined in South Yorkshire by Diego Maradona.

by Dan Edwards

PREMIER LEAGUE

Salah bags hat-trick as Liverpool edge Bielsa's Leeds

12-09-2020 16:06 Marcelo Bielsa's perform well but lose 4-3 at Anfield, as Leeds return to English top-flight after 16-year absence.

FOOTBALL

Bielsa ready to take on ‘best league in the world’

12-09-2020 10:12 Two months have passed since Leeds clinched the Championship title and Marcelo Bielsa has been hard at work, preparing his side to take on England’s top clubs.

by Dan Edwards

EL LOCO IN THE PREMIER LEAGUE

Bielsa confirms he is staying at Leeds this season

10-09-2020 18:29 Marcelo Bielsa has played down the delay over his new contract at Leeds after confirming he will be in charge for their first season back in the Premier League.

INTERVIEW

Leeds Utd owner Andrea Radrizzani on Bielsa's stress, one-year deals

21-08-2020 14:44 Leeds owner is counting on Marcelo Bielsa to lead the team in the Premier League, while at the same time planning for a future without the enigmatic manager.