Leeds United are having their best spell since the early 2000s.
The Whites are second in the Championship, but Leeds fans know that things aren’t always plain sailing.
One issue that is constantly circling Elland Road is the prospect of losing one of their key players.
Indeed, despite Kalvin Phillips signing a new contract a few months ago, rumours have still circulated that he could be on his way out of the Yorkshire club.
Another rumour emerged this week about Tottenham’s interest in the 24-year-old, but the report did have an encouraging update for United supporters.
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What’s the story then?
Football Insider have reported that Spurs are keen on signing the midfielder, but the article isn’t as doom and gloom as you may think.
The outlet state that the Premier League giants know that they have no chance of signing Phillips if United go up.
The fact that Leeds’ stance on the midfielder is enough to deter one of the biggest and richest clubs in the Premier League is hugely encouraging and it seems as though it will take a lot to get the 24-year-old out of Elland Road if the Whites are promoted.
Promotion is vital
This just goes to show how important promotion is to the Whites this season.
They have a player in their ranks that is attracting interest from sides in the Champions League, and if they are promoted they will be in a position to keep hold of him.
Not only is keeping Phillips important for United’s aspirations on the pitch but going up and knocking Spurs back sends a huge message in terms of where the club are headed.
However, if they stay in the second tier it will be more of the same. A mass exodus has been predicted by Phil Hay, and you’d have to think Tottenham would have a real shot at signing the midfielder.
This update is encouraging, but it also shows how important it is for United to get promoted.
In other news, one tweet from Leeds has enraged a number of fans.