{"id":319966,"date":"2025-08-05T13:57:17","date_gmt":"2025-08-05T13:57:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/319966\/"},"modified":"2025-08-05T13:57:17","modified_gmt":"2025-08-05T13:57:17","slug":"leeds-united-fans-are-all-saying-the-same-thing-as-hard-working-star-set-to-leave-elland-road-again","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/319966\/","title":{"rendered":"Leeds United fans are all saying the same thing as ‘hard-working’ star set to leave Elland Road again"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A popular figure among the Leeds United fanbase is once again set to leave Elland Road, sparking a bittersweet reaction from supporters. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Leeds United\u2019s transfer window<\/a> has been largely dominated by new talent arriving at Elland Road, such as Lucas Perri and Lukas Nmecha. <\/p>\n

Despite this, some players who have spent a considerable amount of time at the club are leaving.<\/p>\n

One player who, according to Daniel Farke, could \u2018kill a cow\u2019 with his shot<\/a>, is leaving Elland Road for another loan spell and fans have been sharing their thoughts. <\/p>\n

\"JoePhoto by Stu Forster\/Getty ImagesJoe Gelhardt set to leave Elland Road for a second time on loan <\/p>\n

The 23-year-old did not travel with the pre-season group to either Sweden or Germany after a loan to Hull City to end last season.<\/p>\n

Despite having two years on his contract and having benefitted from two Championship loans during his time at Leeds at Hull and Sunderland,\u00a0Don Goodman believes Leeds should let Gelhardt go<\/a>\u00a0for the good of his career.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s thought that\u00a0a transfer fee\u00a0between \u00a33 million and 4 million is required for Gelhardt<\/a>\u00a0to leave, and fans have shared their thoughts. <\/p>\n

One fan said: \u201cSad really. Didn\u2019t get a great deal of playing time with us. Best of luck to the lad.\u201d<\/p>\n

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That\u2019s a player who just wants to play football , proper pro . Good luck to him<\/p>\n

\u2014 Carl Godwin (@Godwin1Carl) August 5, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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\u201cGood luck to him\u2026..think we\u2019ve known for a while, it wasn\u2019t happening for him here,\u201d one said. <\/p>\n

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Hard working player, not quite good enough for Us, wish him well<\/p>\n

\u2014 Don Tworry (@DonVegas65) August 5, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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\u201cVery much feels like a case of what if for Joffy. I love him as a player and thought we\u2019d see the best of him at Leeds,\u201d another commented. <\/p>\n

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Thoughts are that we are terrible at getting value for our young talent<\/p>\n

\u2014 Andi Stevenson (@Andi_Stevo) August 5, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Others said, \u201cgreat young talent,\u201d and \u201cgood luck to him.\u201d <\/p>\n

The financial reasons behind Joe Gelhardt\u2019s second loan to Hull<\/p>\n

Leeds United\u2019s decision to loan Joe Gelhardt to Hull City again is a strategic move driven by financial constraints and squad management. <\/p>\n

The club must adhere to Profitability and Sustainability (PSR) rules, which limit the amount of money they can lose over a set period. Relegation from the Premier League significantly reduced their broadcast revenue, putting pressure on the club to manage its finances carefully.<\/p>\n

One key aspect of this is the wage bill. Loaning out players like Gelhardt helps Leeds to trim these costs, as Hull will likely cover a portion of his salary. <\/p>\n

\"JoePhoto by Mark Leech\/Offside\/Offside via Getty Images<\/p>\n

With a large squad and fierce competition for attacking spots, Gelhardt\u2019s opportunities at Leeds would be limited. Players like Patrick Bamford and Joel Piroe are ahead of him in the pecking order.<\/p>\n

Sending him on loan ensures he gets valuable playing time, which is crucial for his development, while also helping the club manage its finances and stay compliant with PSR regulations. <\/p>\n

Although he has a long-term contract, his loan spell allows the club to maintain him as an asset while he gains experience elsewhere.<\/p>\n