Illan Meslier update at Leeds United as goalkeeper’s feelings about his future made clear — Leeds United News 19/4/25
Harry Dimond
Illan Meslier’s future at Elland Road is looking bleak as
Daniel Farke has a decision to make.
It seems like this season has been the final nail in the
coffin for Meslier’s time at Leeds United.
Countless errors have been seen from the Frenchman as Karl
Darlow has had to come in and steady the ship.
Farke has been impressed with ‘Darlow’ in a clear message to
Meslier, who might have already played his final game for the club.
Well, the latest update could suggest exactly that, as
Meslier has made his feelings clear.
It’s looking like an unfortunate end to his six-year spell
with the Whites, but his exit seems like the best move for all parties.
His absence from the first team paints a clear picture, and
Leeds fans love Darlow as everything happening right now is heading to
Meslier’s departure.
This is now looking even more likely after what TEAMtalk
have reported.
The outlet says French side Rennes are watching Meslier’s
situation, and relegation-threatened Leicester City could also consider a move
for the keeper, as his bid to get away from the Championship might not happen
after all.
Meslier has made it clear he wants to play consistent
minutes and is not expected to entertain a move to become a back-up option.
That’s what he is right now, but Leeds could look to get a
fee for Meslier with his contract going until 2026.
He could potentially still stay at Elland Road and fight for
his place in Farke’s plans, but time will tell.
Farke must make goalkeeper number one priority at Leeds
The goalkeeping problem at Leeds has pretty much stemmed
since Meslier’s arrival.
Although he’s shown brilliance at times, his move from
Lorient is leaning more on the side of failure.
Failure has certainly been the story of his season as
Meslier has lost the faith of his teammates.
This has to led to Farke and the 49ers to take action as a
keeper position is something that has been considered for some time.