Brenden Aaronson gets his critics in a Leeds United shirt and at times, they have been deserved. But on Tuesday night, he reminded those critics what he is all about with a sparkling performance.
The United States ace might not have got his name on the score sheet or laid on an assist, but he kept the ball a whole lot better than he has done in recent games like the win away at Frank Lampard’s Coventry.
Daniel Farke continues to place his faith in Aaronson, starting an incredible 30 consecutive Championship appearances. For an attacking player that has to be explosive in the final third, that is a big achievement.
Aaronson was unlucky not to get an assist when he played in Joel Piroe at 0-0, only for Piroe to cut inside and see his tame effort held by the goalkeeper. But Aaronson was superb as he continues his fine form.
What Brenden Aaronson was spotted doing after Leeds win
One thing Aaronson has become known for both on and off the pitch, is his hard work. On it, he is always running and Farke compared Aaronson to a bee earlier this month, but he’s working hard off it too.
When Aaronson returned from his loan at Union Berlin, he knew it would take time for fans to love him again. But he’s worked hard to develop that relationship, Aaronson underlining his love for Leeds fans.
On Tuesday night, the playmaker was seen handing his shirt to a supporter in a video posted on X by the YEP’s Joe Donnohue: “A grateful away end. Farke encourages the squad to join the celebration as one.”
What Brenden Aaronson feels about staying at Leeds this summer
While there will always be some critics given his lack of physicality and in trying to make things happen, he does give the ball away, Aaronson has won fans over and continues to provide the transition needed.
Stuart Dallas says Aaronson is excellent on the half-turn and Saturday’s loss to Millwall showed Leeds are a worse side without Aaronson in the team. With two years left on his contract, where does his future lie?
Well, reports say that Aaronson is keen to stay at Leeds and finally show fans he is worthy of his £25m fee. The American is thriving at the moment and hopefully, it can continue in the remaining 14 matches.
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