Leeds United fans think it’s the end of the road for Junior Firpo after Fabrizio Romano update

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Leeds United left-back Junior Firpo could be joining French giants Olympique Lyonnais on a free transfer this summer.

Despite Leeds United announcing contract negotiations were taking place with Junior Firpo, there has been a sense of inevitability that his four-year stay in West Yorkshire is coming to an end.

Firpo’s Leeds future appears to be getting clearer and the 49ers and Daniel Farke have to have a degree of ruthlessness in terms of their approach to recruitment and retaining players.

That’s why it is widely anticipated the Leeds left-back will depart for Real Betis. That said, there could be another twist yet. Firpo has been sending messages to Betis while Barcelona could be a potential destination for Firpo.

However, Fabrizio Romano’s latest update states it could be France as Firpo’s next career move instead.

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Leeds supporters react to Fabrizio Romano’s latest update on Junior Firpo’s future

Like many others, Firpo has enjoyed time off on holiday and away from Leeds. Away with his family in Japan, Firpo has been spotted in an Ao Tanaka shirt.

In spite of that, he has a decision to make on his future soon and Lyon have offered Firpo a contract — per Fabrizio Romano’s recent update.

Some Leeds fans want Firpo gone after becoming tired of the transfer saga but others are not pleased with the latest news. One said: “Weekends ruined , cheers fabrizio .”

Similar messages to the above followed, with another stating: “Farewell my sweet prince.”

Another Leeds fan added: “@LUFC you are testing my patience get it signed.”

A further response said: “No competing with these teams. Deserves a good move. 🫡”

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Junior Firpo could be playing European football next season if he leaves Leeds

The Dominican Republic international defender’s Leeds career is uncertain and it has been for a while ever since Firpo’s agents said staying with Leeds was ‘unlikely’.

He now has options to weigh up, including whether he would even be a starter with Leeds. He could also choose to go out on a high after a disappointing start to his four-year Leeds stay.

Following the aftermath of an incredible title parade, Firpo sent a message to Paraag Marathe regarding a new contract. But his mind may have been changed with Lyon.

They have qualified for the UEFA Europa League and could also offer him more regular first-team football if Leeds are looking for more of an all-round profile at left-back.