Leeds season review: ‘Outstanding effort’

Season rating: 8/10

Despite the season ending on a low note, 90 points and broken club records – in the context of last summer’s chaos – must be considered a remarkable effort.

Manager evaluation

Following the play-off final defeat, there was resentment among some Leeds fans towards Daniel Farke. But the German certainly did more than enough to deserve another try. He steadied the ship, galvanized the team, broke records and missed by fine margins. And with another busy summer ahead, Farke’s stay will also provide some much-needed stability.

Unknown hero

While most of the talk, focus and admiration from fans and media has been on Crysencio Summerville, Georginio Rutter and Archie Gray, Dan James has gone largely unsung. The Welshman had 20 goals in 28 starts this season. And he left Wembley largely surrounded by fans – a huge gash on his forehead, inches from a spectacular goal – and chasing every lost cause in defense and attack.

The player you would most like to sign

Joe Rodon should be at the top of the shopping list. Liam Cooper appears to have played his last game at Elland Road and Leeds have benefited from Ethan Ampadu in midfield. Rodon has paired well with Pascal Struijk and Ampadu and has been brilliant all season – the best loan since Benjamin White. We need a centre-back and he has proven his worth.

The best away fans

The Plymouth Argyle fans impressed with their vocal support. Having played Argyle four times this season, Leeds fans know the journey is long, but they have turned up every time, vocally and in numbers.

Adonis Storr can be found at Roaring Peacock