Andrea Radrizzani in for rude awakening as Leeds United return pencilled in
Leeds United fans haven’t seen Andrea Radrizzani at Elland Road since their relegation from the Premier League.
Over two years on, Daniel Farke is now tasked with avoiding relegation to the Championship, and the Whites look to be in a good position to do so.
Radrizzani failed to do what 49ers Enterprises have done at Elland Road, with the American owners using their deep pockets in LS11.
The Italian businessman still holds a special place in his heart for the West Yorkshire outfit despite not being the most popular among fans, and he will soon return to a familiar environment.
Andrea Radrizzani to be present for Leeds vs West Ham United
Radrizzani is looking forward to watching Leeds play at home in the Premier League.
The Whites’ former owner is in touch with Paraag Marathe and has pencilled in West Ham United’s trip to Elland Road on 24 October for his return.
Radrizzani was seemingly afraid of the reaction from supporters had he visited the West Yorkshire outfit in the Championship, and he may be in for a rude awakening despite promotion in LS11.
Speaking to the Daily Mail on 12 October, the Italian businessman said: “I will come soon to watch a game. I miss it. I didn’t want to come in the Championship because it would hurt me — but now it’s time to come back. I am in touch with Paraag. It will be soon.”
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Radrizzani regrets not adding more Premier League experience at Elland Road during his time at the Peacocks, and the 49ers have learnt from those lessons.
The Whites signed 10 players in the summer, with the likes of Sean Longstaff, Dominic Calvert-Lewin and James Justin boasting vast experience of the English top flight.
Adam Underwood recruitment impressive at Elland Road
Adam Underwood and Farke worked together at Elland Road to build a competitive squad for the Peacocks in the Premier League.
Leeds focused on signing physically strong players like Jaka Bijol, Anton Stach and Sebastiaan Bornauw to reinforce their squad in the summer.
| Competition | Matches | Wins | Draws | Losses | Points |
| Premier League | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 8 |
Most of the new arrivals at the West Yorkshire outfit have played a significant role in the decent start to the season in LS11, with Farke’s team 15th in the table right now.
Noah Okafor has stood out for the Whites, and fans will hope he can help the team retain Premier League status this season and avoid the fate seen under Radrizzani.
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