Leeds United struck gold with mega Man Utd move - It's landed them an Elland Road hero | OneFootball

The Whites worked wonders by bringing Dan James to Elland Road after a disappointing spell at Old Trafford.

Leeds United will be back playing Premier League football after gaining promotion out of the Championship at the second attempt.

The Whites are making early preparations for their return to the top-flight after winning the Championship title this season.

The Yorkshire outfit topped the table in dramatic fashion on the final day against relegated Plymouth Argyle, with Manor Solomon’s strike causing pandemonium in the away end at Home Park.

From lifting the second tier crown, Leeds are believed to have a transfer kitty of around £100 million to spend following promotion, and are determined to use it wisely to be competitive and avoid immediate relegation back to the second tier.

Despite aiming to bolster the squad to remain competitive in England’s elite division, one player who deserves to have a shot back in the Premier League is winger Dan James, who has been such a valuable asset to the club on the right flank this season.

Showcasing the quality he can bring to Farke’s system, it goes to show how Leeds struck gold with this transfer agreement, after the Welshman’s dismal spell at Manchester United.

Dan James’s stellar 2024-25 season for Leeds United

Dan James thrived this season in the role Daniel Farke placed him in, seemingly having a new lease of life under the German.

The Welshman has improved so much by playing high and wide and hugging the touchline, using his speed, direct running and close control to beat second tier defenders consistently and create so many chances for other members of the frontline.

Aiming for the byline to put in the killer cross or pass has happened on a regular occurrence this season from the former Man Utd winger, while he isn’t afraid to have shots on goal when the opportunity presents itself, highlighting the confidence he has under this regime.

So clinical when taking on efforts has seen James finish on 12 goals for the season, while the dangerous wideman also produced nine assists to turn him into one of the most devastating wingers in the second tier this term.

Leeds United, Manchester United agreement for Dan James was a masterstroke

Such a creative outlet in this Leeds team on a consistent basis, Dan James has turned into one of the first names on the teamsheet and is one of the main reasons for the Whites gaining promotion back to the big time.

Helping Leeds play such free-flowing football in Yorkshire, James is seemingly hitting the prime of his career and playing some of his best football, deserving of his shot at redemption in the top-flight after his forgettable time in Manchester.

Unleashing his potential at Elland Road was such a smart move by the Leeds hierarchy, who have benefited hugely by giving him a fresh opportunity.