logo
Leeds expected to sign Gudmundsson - but who is he?

Leeds expected to sign Gudmundsson - but who is he?

BBC News08-07-2025
With Max Wober out the door on loan to Werder Bremen, a new left-back is expected to join Leeds this summer - and all of the links are pointing to Lille's Gabriel Gudmundsson. His likely arrival was discussed on the latest Don't Go To Bed Just Yet podcast and BBC Radio Leeds' Adam Pope has detailed the kind of player United fans are waiting for."It's hard to describe him as a pure left-back," said Pope. "The more you look into it, he's more of a Firpo-ish [player] - gets down that left side and plays left-back as well, but can play in midfield and can play right-sided centre-back for Sweden."His dad [Niklas] played a bit for Blackburn and Ipswich, so he's got footballing pedigree. This is a guy who looks quite aggressive and a good ball-carrier who takes a few risks, and is quick and athletic."He's not a pure defensive left-back, although he might have to play that position. That shows versatility."The 25-year-old finished fifth with Lille in Ligue 1 last season, just missing out on the chance for Champions League football to Nice, who had a superior goal difference. They had the second best defensive record with 36 conceded, bettered by only champions Paris St-Germain's 35.Gudmundsson netted two league goals in 2024-25. He had an 82.1% pass-completion rate and won the third-most tackles for Lille at a 69% success rate.The Sweden international lost eight of his 20 contested aerial duels and made three errors leading to shots across his 30 appearances.However, during his previous spell at Groningen, he made the top 10 charts across the Eredivisie in 2020-21 in aerial duels won, progressive carries, crosses into the penalty area and successful take-ons.
Listen to the full episode of Don't Go To Bed Just Yet on BBC Sounds
Orange background

Try Our AI Features

Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:

Comments

No comments yet...

Related Articles

Cardiff, Rangers and Reading all to win today is 8/1 with Sky Bet - as the first weekend of 2025-26 gets underway
Cardiff, Rangers and Reading all to win today is 8/1 with Sky Bet - as the first weekend of 2025-26 gets underway

Daily Mail​

time7 minutes ago

  • Daily Mail​

Cardiff, Rangers and Reading all to win today is 8/1 with Sky Bet - as the first weekend of 2025-26 gets underway

Sky Bet are offering a Featured Accumulator for selected League One and Scottish Premiership fixtures today. The Featured Accumulator requires Cardiff, Rangers and Reading all to win. The odds for that particular bet are 8/1 according to Sky Bet. Cardiff and Rangers enter their respective fixtures as favourites, while Reading are slight outsiders in their match-up. Cardiff are at home against Peterborough, Rangers take on Motherwell at Fir Park, and Reading are away against Lincoln City. It is worth noting that Cardiff dominated Peterborough 4-0 when these two sides last met, and that Rangers have lost just two of their last 24 games against Motherwell. Sky Bet Featured Accumulator for selected League One and Scottish Premiership fixtures today: Cardiff, Rangers and Reading all to win 8/1

What channel is Celtic vs St Mirren? Live stream, TV, ref and team news for flag day
What channel is Celtic vs St Mirren? Live stream, TV, ref and team news for flag day

Daily Record

time8 minutes ago

  • Daily Record

What channel is Celtic vs St Mirren? Live stream, TV, ref and team news for flag day

The Hoops kick off their quest for five-in-a-row at home to the Buddies on Sunday Going for 56. There won't be any banners of that kind at Celtic Park this Sunday. ‌ But Hoops fans will be dreaming of five-in-a-row and a record-breaking title triumph to take them one above their rivals across the city. ‌ The sky is the limit as far as Brendan Rodgers is concerned - so long as he's backed in the transfer window. The Parkhead boss made it clear in Friday's press conference that he's not in Glasgow just to 'maintain levels' - he wants to drive Celts forward. ‌ Now in the final term of his three-year contract, Rodgers hinted he'd be willing to extend his stay if his ambitions are matched. Powerbrokers Dermot Desmond and Michael Nicholson have just over four weeks to get the signings that Rodgers craves after losing key duo Kyogo and Nicolas Kuhn without replacing them. The lack of business has enraged sections of the green-and-white faithful. But, on Sunday at least, there will be a pause for celebration as the 55th league flag is unfurled by Paul McStay before kick-off. St Mirren are the visitors, and miracle-worker Stephen Robinson will be eyeing another shock point at the home of the champions, just as the Buddies did on Trophy Day. A sell-out crowd will turn out for the long-awaited Premiership kick-off and here, Record Sport tells you everything you need to know. When is Celtic vs St Mirren? Celtic welcome St Mirren to Parkhead on Sunday, August 3. Kick-off is at 4:30pm. ‌ Is Celtic vs St Mirren on TV? Yes, it is indeed. The fixture will be covered live on Sky Sports Main Event and Football from 4pm. If you don't have a subscription, you can sign up HERE. Fans are also able to sign up to NOW TV. A special six-month saver membership is available for £26 per month or you can pay £34.99 per month without being locked in and cancel anytime. Alternatively, a day pass can be purchased for £14.99. Can I live stream Celtic vs St Mirren? Yes, Sky Sports customers can stream the game live to their devices via the Sky Go app. Those with NOW TV can do similar via the NOW TV app. Celtic TV and St Mirren TV international subscribers can also watch the match live without any additional charge. Where else can I follow Celtic vs St Mirren? You can keep up with all the action from Parkhead right here on Record Sport will be running a live blog with all the pre-match build-up and team news, and every kick of the ball once the clash gets underway. After the game, we'll have all the reaction from managers and players, as well as player ratings, talking points and plenty more. ‌ Ref and VAR Don Robertson will be the man in the middle at Parkhead. The whistler will be assisted by David Dunne and Craig Ferguson. Greg Aitken is on VAR duties alongside assistant Graeme Leslie. Team news Celtic winger Jota is a long-term absentee while Manchester City defender Jahmai Simpson-Pusey will not feature even if his loan move is finalised. St Mirren could include new signing Malik Dijksteel while Evan Mooney has recovered from an ankle injury.

Who are the favourites to be crowned Premier League champions this season? Sky Bet odds revealed
Who are the favourites to be crowned Premier League champions this season? Sky Bet odds revealed

Daily Mail​

time9 minutes ago

  • Daily Mail​

Who are the favourites to be crowned Premier League champions this season? Sky Bet odds revealed

With less than two weeks until the start of the 2025-26 Premier League season kicking off let's take a look at who are the early favourites to be crowned champions, according the Sky Bet. Unsurprisingly it is reigning champions Liverpool who are the shortest-priced in the market with Arne Slot's side priced at 13/8. While the Reds' success in 2024-25 has played a major role in their support in the betting linesm it is also the moves they've made in the transfer window that has punters excited. With signings that include the likes Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong, Liverpool look primed to go back-to-back this upcoming season. Meanwhile - if you're anticipating Liverpool to fail in their bid to win consecutive titles, it is Arsenal who are second-favourites at 2/1. Manchester City, Chelsea and Newcastle round out the five favourites in the market - with the trio priced at 3/1, 17/2 and 28/1 respectively. Lastly, for those after an outsider, Manchester United are sixth-favourites at 33/1. Sky Bet favourites to win the 2025-26 Premier League title: Liverpool 13/8 Arsenal 2/1 Manchester City 3/1 Chelsea 17/2 Newcastle 28/1 Manchester United 33/1 Tottenham 40/1 Aston Villa 50/1 Brighton 175/1 Nottingham Forest 175/1

DOWNLOAD THE APP

Get Started Now: Download the App

Ready to dive into a world of global content with local flavor? Download Daily8 app today from your preferred app store and start exploring.
app-storeplay-store