ipswich player who rejected leeds united had a significant impact on the promotion

Leeds United remains in second place as Ipswich Town and Southampton completed their games in hand on Tuesday night, with both receiving doubtful results.

The Whites did their job last Saturday, defeating a determined Plymouth Argyle team 2-0 and keeping their seventh clean sheet in a succession, bringing Daniel Farke’s league record to eight consecutive victories.

Leeds face their biggest test in a long time on Friday night when they visit Leicester City at Elland Road, hoping to close the gap on top position.

Leeds remained in the top two during the weekend, but all eyes were on Tuesday night’s fixtures, with both Southampton and Ipswich Town playing in-hand on Leeds.

The Saints welcomed Hull City at St Mary’s in a difficult match against another side hoping to be in the Premier League next season, aiming for a top six finish.

Liam Rosenior’s side produced another great performance, defeating Russell Martin’s men 2-1 away from home to maintain Leeds’ two-point lead over Southampton.

In other news, Ipswich Town defeated struggling Rotherham 4-3 at Portman Road, thanks to a last-gasp goal.

Fabio Carvalho hands Leeds a tremendous favor following Elland Roads’ rejection.

Attacking midfielder Fabio Carvalho scored Hull City’s second goal last night, his second in Tigers colours since coming on loan from Liverpool.

Carvalho was a sought man in the January transfer window following his recall by RB Leipzig, with Leeds and Southampton also interested in the youngster.

The player and Liverpool chose rejected Leeds in favour of the MKM Stadium because to the promises of playing time, and in doing so, he indirectly boosted Leeds’ promotion ambitions by taking maximum points away from the Saints.

There is still a long way to go in the promotion campaign, but Leeds is currently in second place and has successfully bridged the gap to those above them, which is a significant psychological milestone for all of the clubs involved.

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