Leeds January signing set to stay at Elland Road for next season

Leeds striker Georginio Rutter is reportedly staying at Elland Road for next season, according to Phil Hay.

The 21-year-old joined Leeds in January from Hoffenheim but failed to make any impact as the Yorkshire club was relegated following poor run of form since turn of the year.

The Frenchman is expected to play heavy minutes in Championship next season as the Whites look for promotion.

“In some instances, like with Georginio Rutter it seems to have been settled that he will be here and barring something changing quite dramatically he will be a part of the squad in the Championship, but with some others it’s not easy to say for sure,” Hay said.

There’s optimism around the squad that new manager Daniel Farke could put Rutter in position to succeed after disappointing spells under Javi Gracia and Sam Allardyce.