Alan Shearer raves about ‘superb’ job Leeds gaffer Javi Gracia is doing since his arrival

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Alan Shearer has told Premier League Productions on Wednesday night that Javi Gracia has done a “superb” job so far at Leeds United since his arrival as manager – and that he has earned the “belief” and trust of the Leeds squad.

Gracia, 52, has been excellent since joining the club – just what Leeds needed. Having at times, endured the chaos of Marcelo Bielsa and Jesse Marsch, the side were crying out for a touch of pragmatism. Defensive organisation.

The Spaniard has provided that. In his six games in the Premier League so far, Leeds have picked up 10 points from a possible 18. Wins against Southampton, Wolves and Forest – all of which are in the mix for relegation with Leeds.

Chelsea away was a narrow 1-0 loss, despite having chances. A 2-2 draw against high-flying Brighton was a solid result, and a 4-1 loss to Arsenal was a bit of a free hit. Shearer raved about Gracia, describing his job as “superb”.

“They have belief in what the manager is doing. He’s doing a superb job and I feel he’s doing enough to keep them up,” Shearer told Premier League Productions, after watching his beloved Newcastle smash West Ham to win 5-1.

Alan Shearer says Javi Gracia doing a superb job so far at Leeds United

Jack Harrison described him as a breath of fresh air after the win over Forest. Illan Meslier hinted he hope he stays put this summer, saying that he hopes things continue for “many games”. So, clearly, the players are behind him.

It has come out since the sacking of Jesse Marsch that many held question marks about his tactics. On the pitch, it is clear that Gracia has insisted the team use more width – which Marsch was against. Next up, is Palace at home.