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Photo: Leeds star shows the strain, undergoing first Bielsa pre-season

Kiko Casilla of Leeds United in action during the Sky Bet Championship Play-Off Semi Final First Leg match at Pride Park Stadium on May 11, 2019 in...
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Leeds goalkeeper is aiming to make up for last season.

Kiko Casilla of Leeds United in action during the Sky Bet Championship Play-Off Semi Final First Leg match at Pride Park Stadium on May 11, 2019 in Derby, England.

Leeds United goalkeeper Kiko Casilla is preparing for his first full season in the Championship.

The mid-season signing from Real Madrid had hoped to be a Premier League player by now, but his error in the play-off contributed to Leeds’ promotion hopes fading.

Now after a short break, Casilla and the majority of the Leeds squad are back in pre-season training.

The 32-year-old showed the strain of the physical tests in a picture published by the club on Instagram.

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‍♂️ Day 2 and pre-season steps up a gear for @kikocasilla and the lads

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This is Casilla’s first pre-season under Marcelo Bielsa, who is known for his gruelling demands.

It could be quite a shock to the system to the Spaniard.

Leeds fans will be hoping it pays off with results and improved performances on the pitch this coming season.

Kiko Casilla of Leeds United