Marcelo Bielsa is once again at the centre of big football news, and this time it feels like something massive could happen for Leeds United.
The Uruguay national football team are under pressure after a heavy 5-1 defeat to the United States, and reports say the situation behind the scenes is now very tense.
Because of this, some fans are starting to dream about a sensational return of the famous coach to Elland Road.
Bielsa is still loved by Leeds fans, even four years after leaving the club. Many supporters still talk about the way he changed the team, the city, and the whole feeling around the club.
There is even a road in Leeds named after him, which shows just how big his impact was. Now, with team Uruguay facing problems, talk about Bielsa Leeds is growing again.
Problems Growing Inside Uruguay Squad
The Uruguay football team was doing very well under Bielsa. They became one of the first sides to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, and many people believed they were ready to make a big run in the tournament. But this week, everything changed quickly.
The 5-1 loss against the USA has created a storm. Uruguayan journalist Buysan reported that the relationship between the players and Bielsa is “broken”. Several players are believed to be unhappy with the intense training demands, his strict rules, and the pressure he puts on the squad.
The Uruguay FA still wants him to stay. They know Bielsa is a top coach and that he has done great work with the football in Uruguay.
However, if the players are against him, the situation becomes very difficult to rectify. This is why some people in Uruguay now think Bielsa could walk away from the job before the World Cup starts.
And when Bielsa becomes free… Leeds fans know exactly what that could mean.
Leeds United Watching Closely as Pressure Builds
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Back in England, things at Leeds United are not calm either. Daniel Farke is under huge pressure after a poor run of results.
Many fans and pundits believe he could be sacked if the next few matches do not improve. Leeds have been linked with names such as Brendan Rodgers, Marco Rose, and Bo Svensson.
But none of those names excite fans like Marcelo Bielsa at Leeds. The idea of Bielsa returning to Elland Road feels unbelievable, but not impossible anymore. If he leaves Uruguay, the opportunity becomes real.
Even though Bielsa’s first spell ended badly, most supporters still feel he brought some of the best football moments in their lives.
Promotion, the Premier League return, the high-speed style, it all came from him. Many players also improved massively under his coaching.
But there is also a big question: can the current Leeds squad handle Bielsa’s hard training and high-pressing football again? Some say yes, others say no.
The club does have ball-playing defenders and a strong midfield, which Bielsa likes. But the attack is not as strong as before, and Bielsa’s style needs fast, aggressive forwards.
Still, Bielsa has a special ability to get the best out of players. He transformed Jack Harrison, Stuart Dallas and Kalvin Phillips last time. Maybe he could lift someone new this time as well.
Could the Legend Return?
Nothing is confirmed, and Bielsa still needs to speak to the Uruguay media. But the tension is real.
The players are unhappy, the FA is nervous, and the World Cup is close. If the situation collapses, Bielsa could decide to leave.
And Leeds United, they will be watching every second.
A Bielsa return would shock the whole football world. But in football, crazy things do happen.
And right now, the door to Elland Road is open just slightly, maybe enough for the legend to walk through one more time.
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