Leeds United boss Daniel Farke could be ready to make a big call after his side’s poor 2–0 defeat to Burnley at Turf Moor.
The German manager is under pressure to fix his attacking issues before facing West Ham United, and many believe one of his boldest moves should be dropping Jack Harrison.
Jack Harrison struggles again in Premier League starts
Jack Harrison’s return to Elland Road hasn’t gone the way many fans hoped. The winger, who came back from his loan at Everton, has been far from his best in recent Premier League starts.
He’s failed to score or assist in any of his eight games so far, leaving fans frustrated with his lack of impact in front of goal.
Against Burnley, Harrison had one big chance to score, volleying from close range but sending the ball wide. It summed up his recent form, all effort, no end product.
His numbers don’t lie either; the winger has just one goal in his last 41 Premier League games, a shocking stat for someone once seen as one of Leeds’ key attackers.
Fans expected more from Harrison after his strong spell under Marcelo Bielsa, but his confidence and finishing touch seem to have disappeared.
With Noah Okafor injured and Wilfried Gnonto also sidelined, Leeds’ wide options look thin, but that might open the door for fresh talent.
Why Leeds academy star Connor Douglas deserves his chance
This is where the Leeds United academy could step in. Young winger Connor Douglas, just 20 years old, has been making noise at the U21 level.
He’s already scored one goal and provided two assists in five Premier League 2 games this season.
His energy, pace, and creativity have caught the eye, and some fans think now is the right time to promote him to the first team.
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Douglas has been described as a “joy to watch” for his fearless attacking style, something Leeds fans have been missing on the flanks.
He’s confident on the ball and always looking to take on defenders, a quality that could bring something new to Farke’s attack.
With Leeds struggling to convert chances, giving Douglas his debut could send a strong message that poor form won’t be tolerated, even from senior players like Harrison.
It would also show that Farke trusts the Leeds United academy, which has produced some fantastic players over the years.
Time for Farke to make a brave move
Leeds United’s top scorer this season is Noah Okafor with just two goals. That’s a worrying sign for a team that wants to stay clear of the relegation zone.
With Harrison offering little and injuries piling up, Farke may have no better time than now to try something bold.
If Douglas performs even half as well in the Premier League as he has in the academy, Leeds could have a rising star on their hands and perhaps the start of a new era of attacking energy.
Jack Harrison’s news isn’t great at the moment, but every poor performance opens a door for someone else.
The Leeds academy could once again be the club’s saving grace, and fans would love nothing more than to see one of their own shine where others have failed.
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