The international break came at arguably the worst possible time for Leeds United.
Leeds had just made it back-to-back wins in the Championship on the back of four new signings in the final eight days of the window.
Some time on the training field to help them settle in would’ve proven extremely useful, but instead, many of them have jetted off to represent their respective countries.
Manor Solomon (Israel) and Ao Tanaka (Japan) both moved to Elland Road just before the deadline, and are one of several players away on international duty.
Given how so little of Daniel Farke‘s squad aren’t at the club this week, those who aren’t away have been given some time off to rest and recover.
Leeds told Manor Solomon is too good for Championship
Farke was seemingly a little disgruntled at Leeds’ inability to sign a number 10, but there is no doubt he has now has a squad capable of a promotion push.
Tanaka has been heralded as an absolute bargain at just £3.4 million, while Largie Ramazani showed quickly on his debut how electric he could be.
However, it is the season-long-loan signing of Solomon which appears to have caught the attention of many, including transfer expert Graeme Bailey.
Solomon’s top-flight and European pedigree shows what a significant coup it is for Leeds, and speaking exclusively to LeedsUnited.News, Bailey thinks he will prove too good for this level if he stays fit.
“Hamer would’ve been great – he’s one of the best players in the division. But I still think Brenden Aaronson could be one of the best. I think he’s a great player, clearly Gustavo Hamer would’ve helped any team, he’s a wonderful talent.
“There are issues there, but I think Leeds will improve in January. They’ll get through to January now, Tanaka is a brilliant signing, Solomon if he stays fit, at this level, should be too good.”
Neil Redfearn says Leeds signing Solomon will also be too good
As mentioned, Bailey is not the only with that opinion. Solomon made his debut in the win against Hull City and registered the match-winning assist.
Speaking after the game, former Leeds boss Neil Redfearn says it was quickly apparent that his quality is beyond that of the Championship.
He said: “We have actually seen the majority of the new signings today. I thought Manor Solomon was probably the man of the match to be honest. He’s got a quality that is better than this level, you can obviously see that.
“Initially in the first 20 minutes it was like tackling smoke. He was unplayable at times. All those messages are good messages.”
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