Former Leeds United and Leicester City striker Brian Deane suggests that Leicester’s promotion to the Championship is no longer assured. He believes that the race for promotion involves four clubs, with Leeds and City currently holding the automatic promotion spots, closely pursued by Ipswich Town and Southampton.
At the start of 2024, Leicester held a comfortable ten-point lead over second place and were 13 points ahead of the playoff positions. However, a recent dip in form, securing only four points out of the last 15 available, has tightened the race at the top of the table. Leeds now lead the table, albeit having played an extra game, while Ipswich are trailing by just one point. Southampton, with a game in hand, could close the gap to six points with nine matches remaining.
Deane, who played for both Leeds and Leicester, expresses surprise at Leeds’ impressive form, stating that he previously considered Leicester as strong contenders for the title. He acknowledges the emergence of four competitive teams vying for promotion.
Deane, renowned for his contributions to both clubs during his playing career, including scoring Leicester’s first competitive goal at their current stadium, reflects on the upcoming fixtures for both teams. Leicester faces Bristol City and Norwich, while Leeds will take on Watford and Hull.
