Leeds United: BBC pundit shellshocked by what ‘special’ Georginio Rutter did v Stoke City
Georginio Rutter left BBC Sport pundit Aidy White shellshocked after what he did during Leeds United’s win over Stoke at Elland Road.
The Whites claimed a 1-0 win over the Potters thanks to Dan James’ 11th goal of the season in the first half, with French starlet Rutter claiming the assist.
But it was a stunning turn in his own half to get away from the defender before playing the pass to Rutter that shocked White, who told BBC Radio Leeds (5 March) that Rutter was “something special”.
“Dan James doesn’t have many options at all, works himself some space and puts it in the net,” he wrote. “But that turn from Georginio Rutter yards from his own box has thrown me in the commentary box!
“Nobody expected that. If that didn’t come off, we’d all wonder what he’s doing but it does. He’s one of those flair players that’s just got something special.”
Georginio Rutter is so important to Leeds United
Daniel Farke has built one of the most exciting and electric attacks in the Championship with this Leeds squad, with pace and skill all over the place.
Crysencio Summerville has been the man taking most of the headlines with his spectacular record, while James, Wilfried Gnonto and even Joel Piroe are arguably bigger names in the footballing world.
But Rutter’s skill, creativity, drive and ability make him one of the most important members of this squad this season and the goal scored at Elland Road summed it up perfectly.
He started the campaign as the number nine but in recent times has dropped into the number ten role, showing his versatility and quality and he’s delivering when it matters most.
That assist takes him to 12 for the season, the joint-most in the Championship. If Jesse Marsch did one thing right during his tenure at Elland Road, it was signing Georgi.
In other Leeds news, the Whites have been named amid another FFP rule break that could effect them.
For more Leeds news, follow us on Facebook or join our brand new WhatsApp Channel for instant updates to be sent straight to your phone.