Willy Gnonto devastated after Pascal Struijk message at Leeds United
Pascal Struijk did something that left Leeds United teammate Willy Gnonto disappointed at Elland Road.
Gnonto was on the scoresheet as Daniel Farke’s team destroyed Stoke City 6-0 at home, securing promotion to the Premier League.
Struijk has missed action at Elland Road for a few weeks after picking up an injury against Luton Town, potentially ending his season.
The 25-year-old centre-back has been a key player for the Whites this season, and his social media post has now left Gnonto devastated.
Struijk omits Leeds United teammate Gnonto in social media post
Struijk posted a carousel of pictures on social media from his recent moments at the West Yorkshire outfit.
The Dutchman reflected on his last few months on Instagram (25 April), and posted photos that included the likes of Ao Tanaka, Jayden Bogle and Junior Firpo.
| Competition (2024/25) | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| Championship | 41 | 7 | 5 |
Gnonto appeared to display coy disappointment with the 25-year-old defender not including his picture in the post.
The 21-year-old Italian winger, who has struggled for regular starts at the West Yorkshire outfit this season, commented: “Can’t believe I didn’t make the cut.”
Struijk and Gnonto ready to prove themselves in Premier League
Farke’s management at Elland Road has been impressive this season, having confirmed automatic promotion with two games left.
The Whites will play Premier League football once again next season after a two-year absence, something fans have been eagerly waiting for.
Struijk and Gnonto were part of the West Yorkshire outfit’s squad that were relegated in 2023 and will surely want to redeem themselves in the upcoming campaign.
Leeds fans will expect 49ers Enterprises to back Farke next summer and invest heavily in the squad to face the rigours of the top flight.
The Whites should bolster their backline in the coming months, considering the fitness issues with the Dutch centre-back and Ethan Ampadu in recent months.
Joel Piroe has been the West Yorkshire outfit’s leading goalscorer this season, but they arguably need a more reliable number nine heading into the Premier League.
Exciting times are ahead at Elland Road, and fans will hope for good things to come in the coming months, with Struijk arguably playing an influential role again in the upcoming campaign.