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Some of Leeds’ players have had rather indifferent starts to the new campaign despite their so far unbeaten run.
Patrick Bamford scored against Bristol City but then spurned six opportunities against Nottingham Forest but the inconsistency didn’t stop there.
Jack Harrison was another who netted in that match against the Robins but was particularly poor, despite showing glimpses, versus Forest.
The Whites ultimately drew that game 1-1 and therefore, improvement is needed.
On the chalkboard
Harrison, who can sign permanently next summer after arriving on another loan from Manchester City is a dangerous player on his day.
The fact he contributed to seven goals last season proves there is end product in there.
However, after threatening to start the season in tremendous form, he stalled against Forest. Marcelo Bielsa has indicated that his side will be the same this weekend so with that in mind, he must improve in order to vindicate the Argentine’s trust.
Last Saturday, the 22-year-old’s pass success rate was one of the most negative aspects of his game. He completed just 65.4%, being accurate with 17 of the 26 balls he attempted to play to his teammates.
The winger managed two key passes but there was a lack of drive and conviction to his performance which was summed up by the solitary dribble he managed.
Considering the 5 foot 9 midfielder only really burst forward once, it was particularly alarming that he was so careless in possession.
Over the time he was on the pitch, he was dispossessed three times, as well as having three unsuccessful touches before being replaced by Ezgjan Alioski.
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After missing out against Salford, this is one aspect that he’ll have to particularly improve in as the Whites aim to bounce back from a draw against Sabri Lamouchi’s men.
Bielsa has shown trust by saying he’ll select the same team but Harrison must become more careful if Leeds want to achieve all three points.
Helder Costa is currently waiting in the wings and if the former New York City man throws in similar displays, it might not be too long before he is dislodged.
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