Former manager Harry Redknapp seen at the stadium before the match
Leeds United aren’t expected to make a move for Harry Redknapp, according to reporter Dean Jones.
The Lowdown: Redknapp speculation
The Whites are yet to bring in Jesse Marsch’s successor, with Michael Skubala still in caretaker charge at Elland Road.
That has resulted in rumours of a move for Redknapp earlier in the week, with the 75-year-old reportedly open to the idea of coming out of retirement to take over in Yorkshire.
Redknapp, who has 374 wins as a manager during his career, has been out of work since 2017, with his last role in management coming at Birmingham City.
The Latest: Jones’ comments
Talking to GiveMeSport regarding Redknapp and Leeds, Jones said he has been told it ‘won’t happen’. However, the reporter claimed that ‘there was some real talk through agents’ about the possibility of a move.
“If Leeds fans are worried about the prospect of Redknapp coming in then I think they should put themselves at ease, I’m told it won’t happen.
“There was some real talk through agents about it in terms of him potentially being considered but, from people I talked to, I don’t think this is going to be a goer.”
The Verdict: Decision needed
Saturday’s display against relegation rivals Everton was extremely alarming, with Leeds failing to register a shot on target at Goodison Park.
The 1-0 defeat leaves the club in 19th place, and with a gap building between the Whites and the sides above them, you could argue that a managerial decision is needed in the coming days.
Experience could prove crucial in the position Leeds are in, and although Redknapp won’t be the one to come in, someone with proven Premier League experience should be considered. Nuno Espirito Santo and Rafael Benitez are two names who have been mentioned in recent weeks, so their knowledge of the top flight could come in handy and even if Leeds drop down to the Championship, the pair have both led teams out of the second tier with Wolves and Newcastle respectively.
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