Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa blocked one key transfer at Elland Road
Leeds manager Marcelo Bielsa blocked the key transfer of goalkeeper Kiko Casilla last summer, when the Whites board were open to letting the former Real Madrid star leave Elland Road due to his massive wages, as he has one of the largest contracts at the club.
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Leeds United chiefs were willing to let goalkeeper Kiko Casilla leave the club last summer, after a disappointing end to the campaign. But, Marcelo Bielsa was adamant that Casilla won’t be leaving Elland Road.
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But, Leeds are still expected to make his loan switch a permanent move, with Bielsa impressed with the youngster’s ability.
If Meslier proves himself to be a capable member of the first-team, Leeds will be looking to sell Casilla at the end of the season.
The Whites are expecting Meslier to be given his chance over the coming weeks, with Casilla likely to be suspended for alleged racist comments to Charlton striker Jonathan Leko.
The incident occurred back in September, but the EFL have been pondering a punishment for Casilla, since he was charged back in November.
Leeds transfer news: Casilla has come under criticism from fans in recent months (Image: GETTY Images)