The "Bielsa effect" brought Leeds United back to the Premier League 3:18
(CNN Spanish) -
Two days before starting the English Premier League, Marcelo Bielsa assured his continuity with Leeds.
The Argentine arrived in 2018, signed for two years with an option to one more, which has been effective this Thursday.
“I will be working this season at Leeds United.
Everything has been fixed and I will definitely stay here this campaign.
The club, the fans and the players deserve to play in the Premier League, ”said the Argentine at a press conference.
Bielsa had the fans of the club in suspense, which he returned to the first division after 16 years and for which he has earned the respect and admiration among the team's fans.
Before his debut in the first division of England, the Argentine assured that he has only rested one day since he achieved promotion with the team on July 22.
Leeds, England - July 22: Marcelo Bielsa celebrates with his players after winning the Championship (Photo Michael Regan / Getty Images)
A complicated schedule
The Premier League is the most competitive on the planet and the start of Bielsa and his team will be nothing less than against Liverpool, current champions and for whom the "Loco" showed great admiration.
“Liverpool are a champion with a very consistent style of play.
Without a doubt it is one of the best teams in the world.
The work that Klopp has done everywhere he has been has given him the opportunity to shine.
Anything he says would be to repeat the praise he has already received, ”said Bielsa.
Leeds Upcoming Matches:
Liverpool vs.
Leeds Saturday September 12 (Premier League)
Leeds vs.
Hull City Wednesday 16 September (League Cup)
Leeds vs.
Fulham Saturday 19 September (Premier League)
Sheffield Utd.
vs.
Leeds Sunday September 27 (Premier League)
Leeds vs.
Manchester City Saturday 3 October (Premier League)
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