'Patrick Bamford could retire as Leeds United to sign striker' - Fans react

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01/04/2025 11:40 AM

Leeds United have to sign a new striker to replace Patrick Bamford following his latest hamstring injury, according to the club’s fans.

Daniel Farke's side faced Hull City on 4 January as they continue their push for promotion back to the Premier League.

Bamford has struggled for form this season, failing to score in 10 Championship appearances.

The team primarily relies on him as a rotational back-up, placing him behind Joel Piroe and Mateo Joseph in the pecking order.

However, the 31-year-old has now suffered yet another injury despite limited playing time, frustrating fans who are increasingly vocal about wanting the club to move on from the striker, while suggesting his time with the Whites is now over.

Leeds fans have made their feelings known over Patrick Bamford

Many supporters have taken to social media to call for his departure, citing his inability to stay fit and contribute meaningfully to the team's campaign.

The forward has played just 213 minutes this season and is yet to make a single start under this season.

Despite his limited game time, the experienced striker has reportedly attracted interest from other Championship clubs.

Patrick Bamford was linked with a move away from Leeds United.

According to Football Insider on 21 December, the 31-year-old is expected to leave at the end of the season.

Leeds are currently prioritising the signing of a number 10 during the transfer window. Yet, with latest hamstring injury, the club may need to reconsider their plans to bolster depth in the squad.

This untimely injury could complicate any hopes of securing a transfer in this window, with some supporters suggesting the Englishman may be at the end of his career altogether.

One supporter remarked, "The club could really do with a CF (centre-forward)” as Bamford is “completely unreliable". Another fan showed some sympathy, saying, "I do love you, but it's time to go”.

Others were less forgiving. One frustrated fan said, "For his own integrity, he should just retire”.

We could really do with another CF, Bamford just completely unreliable.
— kevin flannery (@flukeyflannery) January 4, 2025
Bamford has to either retire or mutual consent to ending the contract, he is no longer able to stay fit. has almost hardly played in the last year and if i remember right last scored in Feb 2024, thats not good enough for a striker.
Thanks for the memories but it has to be time
— RunePr1est (aka Dave) (@DavidHa08158767) January 4, 2025

Paddy.
You have me some great moments, and I do love you, but it's time to go https://t.co/7WeHUhQY4q
— Tomo (@tomo_w94) January 4, 2025

We could really do with another CF, Bamford just completely unreliable.
— kevin flannery (@flukeyflannery) January 4, 2025

Surely with bamford been unreliable and not very effective we add to our sticker ranks in jan? Especially as Joseph isn’t setting the world on fire
— Craig Marshall (@cmarshleeds) January 4, 2025

Bamford was a good player for us a couple of seasons ago but has now sadly become a joke. We need to do our best to release him in January.
— Tino (@tinomartin1979) January 4, 2025

He’s on a big wage, Bamford, and given his injuries and level of performance, the club needs to offload him. I’m sure he’s a decent guy and doesn’t condone any abuse directed towards him, but I’m sick of him stealing a wage. #lufc
— SAMUEL 🇬🇧🇦🇺 💙💛 (@Samuel_JMurray) January 4, 2025

For his own integrity, he should just retire.
— Rkendo (@SpoKenNow8) January 4, 2025

Sell Bamford sorry enough is enough, thanks for the memories .
— Neil (@S13Neil) January 4, 2025

Ahh okay I'm not panicking as much now, Time to sell Bamford and thank him for everything that he's done for the club, hope Struijk isn't injured too long and it's only a week or two out, him in the back 4 is a must he's quality, should have enough to get the 3 pts regardless MOT
— bensharp1846 (@bensharp1846) January 4, 2025

A good lesson for the Board not to sit still and rely on Bamford like we constantly do in seasons. Hopefully we have the funds to sign somebody to replace or a Loan
— Lord Daz 🦚 (@UnitedLeeds7) January 4, 2025

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