Leeds United transfer news: Whites dealt major blow in race for 22-year-old gifted midfielder, West Ham target tipped to move elsewhere
Leeds United booked their place in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup last night, when they defeated Fulham 6-5 on penalties after the game finished 0-0 in normal time.
An entertaining shoot-out saw each side take eight penalties, with the likes of Stuart McKinstry, Junior Firpo and Kalvin Phillips all keeping their cool and slotting home their spot kicks.
Speaking after the final whistle, Whites boss Marcelo Bielsa gave his verdict on his side's efforts, and said: “They showed personality and character.
“Joe Gelhardt had missed his last two penalties, he took on board the responsibility and managed to score. McKinstry also had to take one in the most decisive moment and they showed character.”
Fulham boss Marco Silva admitted: “Of course I'm not happy with the result, I feel we deserved something from the game. I have to be proud of our players, some of them did a big effort to play the 95 minutes in very good intensity.
“It's really important when players are honest with themselves. For me it's a fantastic performance, really good. If they can realise and see as well, it's really important. It's really good when they can look in the mirror and see for themselves and try to improve.
“During the penalties they were more competent than us, it's not just a matter of luck or not.
“I'm proud of what we did, our players. We are in a moment when the ball went to the crossbar. The way we are working and the way I know we'll keep working, good moments will come for us.”
Take a look at the latest news round-up from the Premier League, as the build-up to the weekend's action begins:
1. Villa linked with Solomon
Aston Villa have been linked with a January raid for Shakhtar Donetsk forward Manor Solomon. He scored in both of his side's shock group stage Champions League wins against Real Madrid last season. (Sport Witness)
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2. Blues ace set to land bumper new deal
Chelsea look to be making progress in their bid to tie defender Andreas Christensen down to a new deal, with a new £120k-per-week deal looking to be heading his way. He played a key role in the Blues' Champions League-winning campaign last season. (The Sun)
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3. Hornets boss in for the long haul
Watford boss Xisco Munoz has revealed his intent to stay in charge of the club for "a long time". The 41-year-old has got the new season off to a decent start with his recently-promoted side, winning two of their opening five games. (Watford Observer)
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4. Spurs boss says fans deserve more
Spurs boss Nuno Espirito Santo has admitted the club's supporters "deserve much, much better" ahead of their trip to Arsenal this weekend. His side were thrashed 3-0 by Chelsea last weekend, but the ex-Wolves boss has insisted his side are showing signs of gelling. (Evening Standard)
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