There was plenty of anticipation ahead of Marcelo Bielsa’s pre-match press conference before Leeds’ game against Nottingham Forest.Indeed, there are a host of matters at Leeds after winning just two of their last nine league games, and one of the main topics of conversation was bound to be Jean-Kevin Augustin.There was so much excitement around the fanbase when the RB Leipzig striker signed on loan last month, but despite Leeds playing twice since his arrival, he’s yet to appear in a matchday squad.
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Understandably, the manager was asked about when the Frenchman would be involved for the Yorkshire club, and his response seemed to indicate that he’s not yet ready for action.
The Argentine would go on to say that conclusions about his fitness are clear, and these comments didn’t go down too well with the fans.
As you can imagine, supporters are anxious to see the new forward make his debut, but Bielsa’s comments indicate that his first appearance could still be a little while away.
This sparked a generally downbeat and worried reaction from the fanbase.
Other supporters weren’t best pleased with these comments as they speculated that it could be a long time before they see him in a Leeds shirt.
One said that it was time to move on, while another suggested that he wouldn’t play until April.
A few other supporters questioned why he had even been bought if he wasn’t going to immediately come into the first team.
In other news, Marcelo Bielsa needs questioning after failing in one quest.