Brenden Aaronson has surely sealed his Leeds fate - 'Like playing with 10 men'

Aaronson struggled again in Leeds' draw at Sunderland with just 21 touches and no shots, fueling fan calls for his departure despite Farke's continued faith.

Brenden Aaronson endured another difficult outing as Leeds drew 0-0 at Sunderland on Sunday, managing only 21 touches, winning just 25% of his duels, and failing to register a shot in 65 minutes of action. The performance has intensified Leeds fans' frustration with the 26-year-old USA international, who remains a divisive figure at Elland Road despite his key role in the club's recent rise.

Supporters have regularly criticised manager Daniel Farke for continuing to trust Aaronson with regular starts, with one fan suggesting his presence is "like playing with 10 men." The midfielder has been plagued by consistency issues throughout his time at Leeds, and the fanbase believes the club should move him on in the upcoming transfer windows.

Aaronson is contracted until summer 2029, and while Football Insider reported in late September that Leeds have no immediate plans to sell him, sources indicate the club expects him to remain part of the squad for the entire campaign. However, if his performances continue to disappoint, Leeds may be forced to reconsider that stance.