Almost. There. Thursday evening’s 1-0 win over Barnsley was everything you expect from a game with so much on the line at the end of a long campaign. It was tense, nervy and at times, especially in the second half, chaotic. The celebrations at the end amongst the players showed how much it meant and how close the club are to returning to the Premier League.
One point is all that is required. One point on Sunday at Derby County. However, it could be over before then. If West Brom fail to beat Huddersfield Town on Friday Leeds will be a Premier League club.
Click and scroll through for all the latest transfer speculation and news from Elland Road and around the Championship as the league nears the end of the 2019/20 season.
1. Preston eye international striker
Alex Neil has been advised by Sky Sports pundits to strengthen the depth of his Preston side, especially in attack. Wigan striker Kieffer Moore may be the man the club need. The Lilywhites have been linked with the Welsh international. (Daily Mail) Photo: VLADIMIR SIMICEK
2. £18m salary cap
Championship clubs are set to meet to discuss the introduction of a salary cap. The meeting is scheduled for next week where they will discuss the £18m cap on a squad of 25 players. Dispensation for relegated teams will also be talked about. (Sky Sports) Photo: Christopher Lee
3. Casilla ‘not good enough’
Ex-Leeds United ace Noel Whelan has claimed Kiko Casilla is not good enough for the Premier League and that the club should “have a long think” about his future. The goalkeeper was on the bench for the 1-0 win over Barnsley as Illan Meslier once again impressed. (Football Insider) Photo: Nigel Roddis
4. West Ham want Kipre
Premier League side West Ham have enquired about Wigan Athletic ace Cedric Kipre. With the Latics put into administration it could lead to a fire sale this summer. The defender has been excellent this season. There is also interest in winger Jamal Lowe, including from Celtic. (Daily Mail) Photo: Lewis Storey
5. West Brom keeper in-demand
Championship trio Swansea City, Bristol City and Blackburn Rovers are set to compete for the signing of West Brom goalkeeper Jonathan Bond. The 27-year-old is back-up to Sam Johnstone for the Premier League promotion chasers. (Sky Sports) Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS
6. Monk’s recruitment plans
Garry Monk has revealed that he has already begun thinking about plans to improve Sheffield Wednesday next season, which includes the recruitment side of the club. He said: “I have got a good idea on certain things we can work on that can help the players increase that resilience level and performance level.” (Yorkshire Post) Photo: Clive Rose