Leeds rising star could be 'the next Harvey Elliott'

Jean-Matteo Bahoya has played just five minutes since joining Leeds on loan in summer; manager Daniel Farke has questioned his readiness and the winger risks being sidelined like Harvey Elliott was at Aston Villa.

Jean-Matteo Bahoya's loan spell at Leeds United is stalling, with the 21-year-old winger having managed only five minutes across two appearances since arriving from Eintracht Frankfurt in the summer. Manager Daniel Farke has publicly questioned Bahoya's readiness, dismissing suggestions he should play more and stating he doesn't understand the "hype" around the player. Former Manchester United coach Mick Brown reported that Farke has been unimpressed by Bahoya's training performances since his arrival.

The situation echoes Harvey Elliott's loan at Aston Villa last season, where the player was kept out of the squad to avoid triggering an appearance-based obligation to buy. Bahoya's Leeds deal contains a similar clause, raising concerns about whether the club will use the same tactic. Despite the immediate struggles, Leeds have indicated they plan to give Bahoya time to adapt to Premier League football and would be willing to sign him permanently if he makes strong contributions this season—but something must change for that to happen.