Olympiacos coach Pedro Martins with Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta before the match
Journalist Ben Jacobs has said that Pedro Martins is ‘another name’ in the mix for Leeds United amid their search for a new manager.
The Lowdown: Approach already made
The Whites have found it tough going as they look to replace Jesse Marsch, with Raul, Carlos Corberan, Andoni Iraola, Arne Slot and Marcelo Gallardo all seemingly turning down moves to Elland Road.
Martins’ name has appeared in recent days, with reports suggesting an approach has already been made and talks are set to continue in the coming days.
The Latest: Jacobs’ comments
Talking to GiveMeSport regarding Leeds’ hunt for a new boss, Jacobs touched on rumours to Martins. He said that the Al-Gharafa manager is ‘another name creeping into the mix’, but still thinks that Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou is a ‘great option’.
“Another name creeping into the mix is Pedro Martins, but I think that Ange Postecoglou would be another great option. Whether he leaves Celtic remains to be seen, he’s doing very well there. He was asked about the vacancy and replied, as you would expect, saying simply that he’s got one focus and it is on Celtic Football Club.”
The Verdict: One to watch?
It looks as if Leeds won’t rush into an appointment after confirming that Michael Skubala will continue in caretaker charge, but if the Whites fall to defeat against Everton on Saturday, they may have a change in thought.
Martins could well be a coach who they may look to appoint following a recent update, and it appears as if Jacobs has heard the speculation as well.
The 52-year-old likes to play a 4-2-3-1 system but has never managed in a top European league, so there’s no guarantee he would be an immediate success in Yorkshire.
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