Jack Harrison faces make-or-break game this weekend, Leeds United future hinges on it
Jack Harrison is fighting for his future away from Leeds United, as he continues his loan spell at Fiorentina.
According to Fiorentina Uno, Harrison is in a race against time to impress the Florence-based club to trigger his buy option at the end of the season.
Before making the switch to Italy, the Englishman had fallen out of favour with manager Daniel Farke. The 29-year-old was trusted to start in just one Premier League game out of his 11 appearances.
Leeds, who will be hoping that Harrison makes the permanent switch, will now be keeping a close eye on his situation.
How this weekend could define Jack Harrison’s move from Leeds
Harrison’s loan move to Fiorentina had looked to be an early success, with the winger’s determination, effort and quality impressing Serie A fans.
Since then, that hype has dramatically come down. The Leeds loanee has contributed to just one goal in eight appearances
However, the reports out of Florence suggest this weekend’s game against Parma could be make-or-break for Harrison in Italy.
Fiorentina Uno say: “After a positive start in Serie A, his performances have dropped in recent games, raising concerns both among the Viola staff and his club, Leeds United.”
The information states though that a “strong performance could push Fiorentina to confirm their interest and finalise the buyout.”
Harrison is looking likely to feature for the Viola on Sunday, with Moise Kean and Manor Soloman facing injury concerns.
As it stands, Fiorentina Uno are expecting Harrison to return to England. However, that game against Parma could be crucial in the story yet.
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Of course, for those at LS11, they will no doubt be keeping a close eye on the situation in Florence.
The Whites included an option to buy for Harrison, which is set at around £6million. Those at Elland Road will be hoping that comes in, as those funds could be used in the summer transfer window.
Leeds’ status in the Premier League is yet to be confirmed, as they have been dragged back down into the relegation fight.
Farke is just three points above the drop zone. The summer plans will be affected by which league the Peacocks find themselves in.
An outcome where Leeds remain in the top flight and Harrison completes a permanent move to Fiorentina would be a situation everyone at Elland Road would be delighted with.
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