Jeff Stelling may have won himself some extra friends at Leeds United with what he's just said
Jeff Stelling believes Leeds United will have a positive Premier League campaign.
The Whites have started the summer strong with new additions and are hoping to improve on their final spot of 14th from last season.
Pre-season preparations have them in good stead to do so, especially after a recent 4-2 victory over Liverpool in Chicago on Sunday.
Daniel Farke is still hoping to land a couple of attackers, a new midfielder and several defensive options before the window closes, but some business has already been done.
Paraag Marathe has big visions for Leeds in the future, and his recent decision of walking away from the San Francisco 49ers proves he's all-in for the Whites.
Stelling has seen the work Farke has done with Leeds, as he's expecting a positive season ahead at Elland Road.
Jeff Stelling loves new Leeds signing as predictions made
While Marathe has admitted that Leeds need another two seasons before they can operate how they wish in the top flight, major additions are still coming, or have already arrived in LS11.
MOT Leeds News understands that James Trafford is set to join Leeds in a deal worth £45million, which will see the 23-year-old earn £130,000 at Elland Road.
He will follow Tarik Muharemovic and Harry Wilson, with several other additions still wanted.
Hartlepool-born Stelling is a huge fan of Wilson, and has been discussing where the Whites will finish this season, while talking to Andy Townsend on talkSPORT.
Stelling asked: "Where do you think Leeds will finish this season?"
Townsend responded: "I think 16th," to which Stelling reacted by saying, "Woah".
Stelling then said: "I think 10th, I think they'll have a good season. I love the fact they have signed Harry Wilson."
Townsend, on the other hand, welcomed Leeds fans to challenge him on why they think he may be wrong, if they disagree.
Stelling has previously won over Leeds fans with some of his opinions, and may have just earned himself some extra friends at Elland Road with this take.
It's fair to say that Farke would most likely take a 10th-placed finish this term, which would show clear progression on the back of last campaign.
But what else is needed to ensure a top-half finish?
What else Leeds need to finish 10th or better this season
First of all, Leeds need to wrap up the signing of Trafford from Manchester City, who is expected to be announced at some point this week.
A new number 10 should then be the next priority after the club were snubbed by Julian Brandt, who chose to join Ajax instead.
Brenden Aaronson remains someone who receives criticism for poor performances, as he's yet to show consistent Premier League quality.
Farke also wants someone who can challenge Dominic Calvert-Lewin, as another 10 to 15 goal striker could help fire Leeds to the right side of the table.