Primer: Today could be a big day for Leeds United and Elland Road.
For the frst time since 2002, Leeds United’s home stadium Elland Road will host England’s national team when they face Costa Rica in a friendly on Thursday evening.
As the day arrives, it is also the perfect time for owner Andrea Radrizzani to make a splash, and show to the world what he has been working on at Leeds in recent weeks.
Here is a look at three significant announcements which could take place within 24 hours…
New manager
Bielsa was at a conference in Mexico on Tuesday evening and his whereabouts at present are unknown, but the timeframe fits for him to fly to England ahead of an unveiling.
The maverick manager is renowned as the world’s most innovative coach and Leeds’ pursuit of him has already created headlines around the globe.
Leeds are keen to get a deal done by the end of the week and Thursday is a great time to declare Bielsa as their man.
New striker
The Whites are pursuing the signature of free agent Abel Hernandez, and a deal is reported to be very close.
Hernandez even tweeted on Tuesday that news is close, as if he knew an announcement is around the corner.
New kit/sponsorship deal
In comparison to a new striker or a new manager, the unveiling of a new kit would seem a bit underwhelming.
Yet it is something fans are clamouring to see, and it could tie in with an announcement on a new sponsorship deal.
Leeds hosting an England game is big news for the city, and Radrizzani managing to lure a big company to announce terms with the club on the same day would be great synergy.
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