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BBC News
6 days ago
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- BBC News
'Jury is still out in terms of new boys'
We asked for your thoughts on what Leeds' midfield should look like next what you said:Richard: Tanaka was one our best players last season. He should definitely have a place. Longstaff is also a must. The other two should be subs initially, but changing after 60 mins plus, depending on the game. But all the players are good to mix and match in midfield positions! I think Tanaka, Bogle and Willy Gnonto played a fantastic three against Manchester Stach, Tanaka, Ampadu. Simple I was at the game and I thought Aaronson played really well against Villarreal. I know he has his doubters but he gives it his all every game and I think over last season he's really improved. For me, he is a known factor and worth a starting With the focus on midfield and defence in the recruitment so far, determining the midfield starters is challenging. The friendlies have not really cleared that up. Ampadu has looked really solid. Tanaka and Aaronson have both taken their opportunities and looked good. The jury is still out for me in terms of the new boys, and how they can be blended into a starting formation. The Everton game will be revealing.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Leeds accused of lying after Ethan Ampadu's son pictured wearing Galatasaray shirt
Leeds United have been accused of 'making a statement stating lies' after backing club captain Ethan Ampadu in a row over his son being pictured in a Galatasaray shirt. This year marked the 25th anniversary of Leeds fans Kevin Speight and Christopher Loftus being murdered in Istanbul on the eve of the Uefa Cup semi-final against the Turkish club. Some fans called for Ampadu to be stripped of the captaincy after his son was pictured in a Galatasaray shirt, only for the club to fully back the 24-year-old centre-back. Ampadu's ex-partner, mother of his son, hit back at the club and insisted their statement was incorrect. 'Leeds United are aware of an image circulating online of Ethan Ampadu's son,' read the club's statement. 'Ethan separated from his partner several months ago and has no responsibility for the image in question. Ethan is aware of and sensitive to the tragic loss within the Loftus and Speight families. 'The club asks for Ethan's privacy to be respected in what is a difficult time for him personally. Our captain has been a leader on and off the pitch this season, demonstrating his commitment to the club, its history, and the broader Leeds community. Ethan has the full support of everybody at Leeds United.' Saara Sa, Ampadu's former partner, responded on her Instagram social media account: 'My condolences are with the families of the two people who passed away in Istanbul. I am Turkish and our son is part Turkish. Galatasaray is my family's supporting home team and has been for years. 'We are the parents of our child and Ethan was aware of the photo. I would appreciate if Leeds United football club would not portray a false narrative by making a statement stating lies.' During the games around the anniversary of the murders of Speight and Loftus, fans unfurled banners at Elland Road reading '25 years' and 'Never forgotten'. Ampadu could also face a Football Association investigation after leading a notorious chant about team-mate Wilfried Gnonto's 'massive' manhood during the club's Championship-winning open-top bus parade. Manager Daniel Farke was also caught on camera appearing to mime snorting cocaine as around 150,000 Leeds fans took to the streets on bank holiday Monday to celebrate the team's Premier League return.
Daily Mirror
16-05-2025
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- Daily Mirror
Mother of Ethan Ampadu's son releases extraordinary response to Leeds statement
Ethan Ampadu's son had been pictured wearing a Galatasray shirt, prompting Leeds United to issue a clarification in defence of their captain, though his former partner has responded The mother of Ethan Ampadu's child has slammed Leeds United for 'stating lies' in their statement about a picture of his son wearing a Galatasaray kit. There remains an angry feeling from Leeds fans towards the Turkish side. That is due to the murders of two Whites fans - Christopher Loftus and Kevin Speight - in Istanbul ahead of the 2000 UEFA Cup semi-final between the two sides. A picture has emerged in recent days of Ampadu's son wearing a Gala shirt. Leeds quickly attempted to distance their captain from the image. They issued a statement insisting the Wales international was 'sensitive to' the potential impact of the picture on the families of the two supporters who were murdered. The statement said: 'Leeds are aware of an image circulating online of Ethan Ampadu's son. Ethan separated from his partner several months ago and has no responsibility for the image in question. "Ethan is aware of and sensitive to the tragic loss within the Loftus and Speight families. The club asks for Ethan's privacy to be respected in what is a difficult time for him personally. "Our captain has been a leader on and off the pitch this season, demonstrating his commitment to the club, its history, and the broader Leeds community. Ethan has the full support of everybody at Leeds. The club will be making no further comment.' But his former partner has now hit back at Leeds, insisting Ampadu was fully aware of the picture's existence. She also expressed her condolences to the families of the murdered fans. Saara Sa wrote on Instagram: "My condolences are with the families of the two people who passed away in Istanbul. I am Turkish and our son is part Turkish. Galatasaray is my family's supporting home team and has been for years. "We are the parents of our child and Ethan was aware of the photo. I would appreicate if Leeds United Football Club would not portray a false narrative by making a statement stating lies." Ampadu, 24, has found a home at Elland Road after embarking on four different loan spells away from Chelsea, for whom he played 12 times after joining from Exeter City as a 16-year-old. After temporary spells at RB Leipzig, Sheffield United, Venezia and Spezia, he joined Leeds on a permanent basis in 2023. He was captain of Daniel Farke's side as they won the Championship title this season. Speaking after clinching promotion, Ampadu said: "The staff and the players who were at Wembley felt on the bottom of the world that day because we didn't achieve what we set out to, so to be put that right, albeit a year too late, is a sweet moment. "We're a team full of leaders, a team full of characters. We've got a strong mentality. There's been upsets and some games we haven't been happy with but I think it's testament to the lads and the staff to keep going every day no matter the results. "This club's really special. Everybody who puts on the shirt knows it's a massive honour to play for this club and to represent the city and the fans so to celebrate in front of them and with them made it really special." Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
Scottish Sun
16-05-2025
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- Scottish Sun
Leeds forced to issue statement as pic of Ethan Ampadu's son wearing Galatasaray shirt emerges after fan tragedy
The Leeds club captain paid tribute to the pair earlier this season 'FULL SUPPORT' Leeds forced to issue statement as pic of Ethan Ampadu's son wearing Galatasaray shirt emerges after fan tragedy Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LEEDS UNITED have thrown their support behind captain Ethan Ampadu after his son was pictured in a Galatasaray shirt. Christopher Loftus and Kevin Speight - both Leeds fans - were tragically killed ahead of a Uefa Cup semi-final clash against the Turkish side in April 2000. 3 Leeds have defended Ethan Ampadu after his son was pictured in a Galatasaray shirt Credit: PA 3 The snap was shared by Amapdu's ex-partner on social media Credit: X 3 Ampadu is Leeds' club captain and helped them amass 100 points in the Championship this season Credit: X Ampadu's former partner shared a snap of their son wearing a Galatasaray kit on Thursday. It came after the Super Lig leaders beat Trabzonspor 3-0 to secure the Turkish Cup. The post immediately received a backlash from Leeds supporters. And the club were quick to release a statement defending Ampadu. The statement read: "Leeds United are aware of an image circulating online of Ethan Ampadu's son. "Ethan separated from his partner several months ago and has no responsibility for the image in question. "Ethan is aware of and sensitive to the tragic loss within the Loftus and Speight families. "The club asks for Ethan's privacy to be respected in what is a difficult time for him personally." Ampadu, 24, joined the Whites in the summer of 2023 from Chelsea. He has become a firm fan favourite in West Yorkshire, helping the club amass 100 points this season on their way to the Championship title. Inside Leeds stars' wild title celebrations as Bamford and Ampadu 'leave Burnley fanbase in meltdown' with karaoke song The statement continued: "Our captain has been a leader on and off the pitch this season, demonstrating his commitment to the club, its history, and the broader Leeds community. "Ethan has the full support of everybody at Leeds United. The club will be making no further comment." Ampadu has previously attended events commemorating the tragic deaths of Loftus and Speight. He laid flowers for the pair at Luton's Kenilworth Road earlier this season as the club marked 25 years since their passing.
The Irish Sun
16-05-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Leeds forced to issue statement as pic of Ethan Ampadu's son wearing Galatasaray shirt emerges after fan tragedy
LEEDS UNITED have thrown their support behind captain Ethan Ampadu after his son was pictured in a Galatasaray shirt. Advertisement 3 Leeds have defended Ethan Ampadu after his son was pictured in a Galatasaray shirt Credit: PA 3 The snap was shared by Amapdu's ex-partner on social media Credit: X 3 Ampadu is Leeds' club captain and helped them amass 100 points in the Championship this season Credit: X It came after the Super Lig leaders beat Trabzonspor 3-0 to secure the Turkish Cup. The post immediately received a backlash from And the club were quick to release a statement defending Ampadu. Advertisement READ MORE ON FOOTBALL The statement read: "Leeds United are aware of an image circulating online of Ethan Ampadu's son. "Ethan separated from his partner several months ago and has no responsibility for the image in question. "Ethan is aware of and sensitive to the tragic loss within the Loftus and Speight families. "The club asks for Ethan's privacy to be respected in what is a difficult time for him personally." Advertisement Most read in Football Latest Ampadu, 24, joined the Whites in the summer of 2023 from He has become a firm fan favourite in West Yorkshire, helping the club amass 100 points this season on their way to Inside Leeds stars' wild title celebrations as Bamford and Ampadu 'leave Burnley fanbase in meltdown' with karaoke song The statement continued: "Our captain has been a leader on and off the pitch this season, demonstrating his commitment to the club, its history, and the broader Leeds community. "Ethan has the full support of everybody at Leeds United. The club will be making no further comment." Advertisement Ampadu has previously attended events commemorating the tragic deaths of Loftus and Speight. He laid flowers for the pair at Luton's Kenilworth Road earlier this season as the club marked 25 years since their passing.
