After a hectic Easter period, Leeds United return to action on Saturday when they take on Coventry City at the CBS Arena. The Whites emerged through the long weekend with their 15-game unbeaten run intact, even if they were below their best, and Daniel Farke will expect to see his side continue their push for automatic promotion this weekend.
As it stands, Leeds are one point behind league leaders Ipswich Town and one point above Leicester City in third with the Foxes having a game in hand. Here’s a look at some of the biggest headlines as the build-up to Saturday’s game starts to gather pace.
Leeds United midfielder Marc Roca is keen to make his loan move to Real Betis permanent this summer, according to reports in Spain. Roca has been with Betis since last summer, joining the club on loan after being unable to help Leeds avoid relegation from the Premier League, and he has had an important role to play.
The Spaniard has made 35 appearances for the club in all competitions, scoring four goals along the way, and while there have been reports of his form dropping off of late, Estadio Deportivo insists that both Roca and Betis are keen to get a deal done this summer. Should Leeds fail to secure promotion, Roca may well be able to join the club on loan once more.
However, a purchase clause of €12m exists, as per Diario de Sevilla, should the Whites regain a place in the top flight. It remains to be seen whether Betis can afford to make that deal happen, but it seems they are keeping a close eye on developments at Elland Road.