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Leeds United digest: Kiko Casilla FA charge, Whites response in full, Harrison on development under Bielsa

Only one story dominates the news agenda at Leeds United this week. Kiko Casilla's alleged racist abuse of Charlton's Jonathan Leko has rumbled on since that late September clash at The Valley.

The FA has since been investigating, with an update yesterday (Monday) on their decision regarding the claims.

Meanwhile, while the Whites begin preperations for the home game against Blackburn Rovers this coming weekend, Jack Harrison's performance in the win against QPR has been a hot topic. He's had his say on the differences in his game this year compared to last.

Here is a look at the latest Leeds United stories:

FA charge Kiko Casilla over alleged discrimination

The FA has now formally charged Casilla with an alleged breach of FA Rule E3 which pertains to 'general behaviour'.

The Spanish goalkeeper was the subject of an allegation of discrimination following September 28’s match at  Charlton Athletic .

The Addicks confirmed Jonathan Leko was the alleged victim and since then there has been a private investigation ongoing.

Click here for the full story and how the charge will impact his football at Leeds in the short-term.

Kiko Casilla arrives prior to the Championship match between Leeds United and Queens Park Rangers at Elland Road on November 02, 2019 (George Wood/Getty Images)

Leeds United's response in full

Leeds United wasted no time responding to the charge by the FA, after Kiko 'proactively worked' with the organisation during the investigation.

This is the club's stance on the matter .

Luke Ayling on how his new contract came about

Luke Ayling signs his new four-year contract at Leeds United on October 1, 2019 (Leeds United)

 

The defender  signed a new four-year contract with the Whites last month following his impressive form under  Marcelo Bielsa  in the  Championship  .

The ex-Arsenal youth man arrived at  Elland Road  from Bristol City in 2016 and has weathered several managerial changes to emerge as a key member of United's promotion-pushing squad.

"It was unreal they came to me at the time they did", he said.

Here he discusses his new deal and how it came about .

Harrison on Bielsa's 'complicated' ways

The Manchester City loanee netted a goal and added an assist in the Whites' 2-0 victory over Queens Park Rangers on the Saturday.

Harrison's man-of-the-match performance proved to be one of the major talking points as speculation swirls over what will happen upon the end of his current stay at Elland Road , having returned for a second term with United this year.

He has spoken about his development under Marcelo Bielsa and the differences between this year and last. Read the full story here .

Visit our  dedicated Leeds United page  for the latest news, views and analysis from Elland Road.

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