Sport nationPatrick Bamford has made a prediction about Kalvin Phillips’ future, amid claims that the midfielder is in talks with Leeds United over a possible return to the club. Phillips, who left Leeds in 2022 to join Manchester City, has struggled with injuries and form since his move, and is currently on loan at West Ham United.
Speaking on his podcast, My Mate’s A Footballer, Bamford was asked about Phillips’ situation and what he thinks the midfielder needs to get back to his best form. “I think for Kalv, he went to City, training with top players which will bring on your level. But there is a big difference to training every day. Playing a few minutes, to playing match after match,” Bamford said.
“Unfortunately for Kalv, he’s gone to West Ham where he hasn’t got match sharpness. He’s playing catch up because it is mid-season. Social media is horrible. It’s unfair. He doesn’t go from being a top player. Winning England’s Player of the Year, to all of a sudden not being good enough to play for any team in the Prem. Next season, wherever Kalv goes, he’ll get a good pre-season. We’ll see the best of him again.”
Bamford’s comments come amid reports that Leeds United are in talks with Manchester City over a possible return for Phillips. The midfielder is reportedly keen on a return to Elland Road, where he made over 200 appearances and became a fan favorite.
However, any deal for Phillips would depend on Leeds securing promotion to the Premier League, with City reportedly wanting a £30m fee for a permanent move. Phillips’ £150k-a-week wages are also a stumbling block, with Leeds unlikely to be able to match his current salary.
Despite the challenges, Bamford believes that Phillips would be a great addition to Daniel Farke’s side. “Leeds certainly need central midfielders,” he said. “And Kalvin is a top player. If he can get back to his best form, he would be a great addition to the team.”
Andy Townsend, a former Leeds player and pundit, has also backed Phillips to return to his best form if he rejoins the club. “The only way for Phillips to get back to his best is by joining Leeds, where he is loved,” Townsend said. “That affection from fans would help the England man get back to his best level.”
Phillips’ best form has undoubtedly come in a Leeds shirt, and his struggles since leaving Elland Road have been well-documented. However, with a good pre-season and a fresh start, Bamford believes that Phillips can get back to his best and become a key player for Leeds once again.
In conclusion, Patrick Bamford has made a prediction about Kalvin Phillips’ future, amid claims that the midfielder is in talks with Leeds United over a possible return to the club. Phillips, who left Leeds in 2022 to join Manchester City, has struggled with injuries and form since his move, and is currently on loan at West Ham United. Bamford believes that Phillips needs a good pre-season and a fresh start to get back to his best form, and that a return to Leeds could be the perfect solution. With Leeds reportedly in talks with Manchester City over a possible deal, fans will be hoping that Phillips can return to Elland Road and recapture the form that made him a fan favorite.
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