Here are the Leeds United evening headlines on Wednesday, March 10.
Sutton makes damning Meslier claim
Chris Sutton believes Leeds have a "massive problem" with their goalkeeper Illan Meslier.
Sutton thinks the 21-year-old shot-stopper isn't imposing enough after watching him against West Ham United on Monday evening.
The Whites once again conceded from a set-piece earlier in the week when Craig Dawson found himself free in the six-yard box and headed in to make it 2-0 to the Hammers.
Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live, via HITC, the former Premier League striker has explained the problem Marcelo Bielsa has with the young French goalkeeper.
“It’s a huge part of the game,” said Sutton. “You can work on it as much as you like in training. But it’s about reading the flight of the ball and the desire.
“But Leeds United have a massive problem. Meslier isn’t an imposing goalkeeper.
“He’s been rooted on a couple of occasions. He (Antonio) was putting Meslier under pressure and Meslier looks like he doesn’t want to come (and catch or punch the ball).
“If that’s not going to happen then it’s up to others to take real responsibility.”
McManaman's Raphinha admission
Steve McManaman has admitted he can see why his former club Liverpool would be interested in signing Leeds star Raphinha.
Recent reports have suggested the Reds are keen on the Brazilian winger after his fine start to life in the Premier League.
Speaking to HorseRacing.net, McManaman said Raphinha is the sort of player who could help Liverpool change their game when needed.
"These types of players you can see they can play in the Premier League," he said.
"He’s only just entered the Premier League so the fact that he’s hit the ground running is a big plus. He has a lot of skill and a lot of talent.
"I don’t want to disrespect Leeds but of course he could play for a big six club. He could easily fit in a team like that.
"I just think Liverpool need a player who can change the way they play a bit."
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Leeds handed potential transfer boost
Leeds have been handed a possible transfer boost in their reported pursuit of Stade Brestois duo Romain Perraud and Romain Faivre.
Earlier in the year, Perraud was linked with a move to Elland Road and more recently, his Brest team-mate Faivre has also been the subject of speculation.
Now, the Whites may have been handed a boost in their attempts to sign the Brest duo, with sporting director Gregory Lorenzi discussing this summer's transfer window.
Speaking to L'Equipe, Lorenzi said: “We are not sellers.
“We are not in a situation where we will be forced to sell Romain [Faivre].
“Afterwards we know that because of his performances, he will be a sought-after player and we know very well that in the face of a certain level of offers, we will not be able to retain him.
“It’s premature, I have not set a price.
“But we sold [Ibrahima] Diallo for €15m and attacking players are worth more."
