Approaching the end of the deal he signed in 2021 this summer, there appears to have been little progress made on new terms for the 28-year-old, with Daniel Farke insisting there are more important priorities at play.This makes it seem as if Farke is happy to let Firpo’s contract run down at Elland Road – but, in fairness, the left-back will likely be content enough to begin a new career chapter at this stage regardless.It’s a shame for Leeds that they have enabled Firpo to reach this stage in his contract. For all his flaws in the Premier League, he has been excellent in the Championship when fit and brings tremendous athleticism up the left-hand side.
However, how a player performs in the most talented squad in the second tier compared to suspect displays in the top flight, represents exactly the dilemma which pegs Firpo’s contract further down the urgent to-do list on the desks of Farke and the board.Like many before him, it is a wonder whether Firpo is one of those who falls into the ‘in-between’ category of the Premier League and Championship. It could also be the case for several other members of Farke’s squad and should they earn promotion as expected, the manager will demand immediate strengthening.
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