Ethan Ampadu Brennan Johnson, Leeds TottenhamBen Palmer
Tottenham star Brennan Johnson reacted to a message from Leeds defender Ethan Ampadu as an update on his future at Elland Road emerged.
The Whites confirmed their return to the Premier League with a 6-0 win over Stoke and celebrated the occasion in front of a packed Elland Road with a 4-0 dismantling of Bristol City on Monday evening (28 April).
The German guided the Yorkshire club to the playoff final last year and automatic promotion this time round, but there are concerns surrounding his previous track record in the Premier League, having been relegated and sacked while in charge of Norwich in his two previous top-flight campaigns.
Daniel Farke at Leeds United
Daniel Farke achieved promotion at the second time of asking.
Ethan Ampadu sends ‘special’ message to Leeds fans
Following the win, Leeds’ stars celebrated on the pitch and Ampadu subsequently shared photos on Instagram, captioned: “What a group of players, staff and fans! It was a special feeling to celebrate that with you all. One more to go.”
The post was liked by Tottenham star Johnson, showing his support for his Wales international teammate.
With just one fixture left against the nearly-relegated Plymouth, the Whites can confirm their status as Championship champions with a win on the final day of the season.
Leeds make decision on Ethan Ampadu future ahead of Premier League campaign
Football Insider Verdict
Leeds plan to retain Ampadu’s services this summer, as the top brass at the club view the Welshman as one of only a “few” players they believe capable of making the step up to England’s top-flight.
The Welsh international has been one of the Championship’s standout performers since joining from Chelsea two years ago.
However, there may be some niggling doubts about Ampadu’s fitness record, given he has missed 21 games this season due to two separate injuries.
2024/25 Premier League stats Ampadu
Appearances 28
Starts 25
Tackles won % 56.5%
Duels won % 61.9%
Minutes 2,196
What will now be interesting to see is if Leeds hold Ampadu’s partner at the back, Joe Rodon, in the same regard.
The former Tottenham man has started every single league game this season, but has struggled to make the grade in previous spells in the Premier League.
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