(Credit: Imago)
Tue 22 July 2025 21:50, UK
Jack Harrison has become a hugely controversial figure at Leeds United over the last few seasons.
The winger is not a popular figure among Whites fans, after being reluctant to play for them in the Championship following their relegation, and he has spent the last two seasons out on loan at Everton.
Leeds fans recently made their feelings on Harrison perfectly clear, as they booed him repeatedly when he got on the ball in their recent pre-season friendly against Manchester United.
The 28-year-old has been hotly tipped to depart Elland Road this summer, but his situation could now be about to change once again.
Leeds fans booed Harrison in the friendly against Manchester United. (Credit: Imago)Everton may not want to sign Harrison now it seems they can get Samu Lino
Everton have emerged as a potential suitor for Harrison this summer, after having him on loan in each of the last two campaigns.
The out-of-favour star is understood to have a release clause as part of his current contract at Leeds, which could see him depart the club with relative ease if a club is willing to take him.
However, Everton have also been chasing Atletico Madrid’s Samu Lino as an option to strengthen in the wide areas, and they have now been handed a huge boost as the Spanish giants have revealed their stance on a potential transfer exit for their star.
Atleti are understood to be welcoming an opportunity to sell Lino, according to reports from AS (22 July), and that should make it straightforward to get a deal done.
That could have a knock-on effect for the Whites, as it would be no surprise to see the Merseysiders cool their interest in Harrison if they can land Lino instead.
Leeds could then be left with the awkward situation where they end up stuck with a player despite the fact that his relationship with the fans is seemingly irreparable.
Everton may now look to sign Lino instead of Harrison. (Credit: Imago)Leeds must find a suitor for Harrison
It has become clear that Harrison has no way back in the eyes of the Leeds faithful, and with that in mind, it is imperative that they find a way to keep him away from the squad this term, even if that ultimately means another loan move.
Harrison’s stats in the Premier League.
The Whites are unlikely to be able to survive in the Premier League unless they have togetherness and commitment throughout the entire club, and that will be difficult to achieve with such a divisive figure around.
Throw in the fact that Harrison is a largely unimpressive performer at the top level, and there seems to be little advantage in him remaining part of Farke’s squad.
Even if Leeds end up unable to sell him to Everton, they simply must find another club who are willing to take him off their hands.
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