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Leeds United cannot let FA Cup evidence cloud Brenden Aaronson sale decision, he has earned transfer reprieve

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Daniel Farke has relied heavily on the 25-year-old upon his team’s return to the Premier League, and the star has paid back his manager’s faith with some typically energetic displays. However, Aaronson has been in the firing line from supporters once again in the aftermath of the 1-0 defeat to Chelsea in Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final, after he missed a glaring chance to put his team ahead in the 14th minute.



Aaronson went through one-on-one in the early stages of Leeds’ defeat to Chelsea, but he could only find the outstretched leg of goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, rather than the back of the net. ⚽ Leeds United Matchday ⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert previews and verdicts, and tactical analysis for every Leeds fixture. Farke has trusted him to start 27 games in the league this season, and as a result, the club would be foolish to sell him and rob the boss of one of his key figures.

Where are Leeds at with Brenden Aaronson offers?Football Insider recently revealed that Leeds are expecting offers for Aaronson this summer, if he impresses for the USA in their home World Cup.The midfielder is expected to have a number of clubs that use the tournament as a chance to keep a close eye on him, while moves could potentially be made for him in the latter half of the summer break. However, Leeds are keen to try and keep hold of Aaronson after the impact he has made this season, and they are also planning to sit down for contract talks with him upon his return from the World Cup.