Leeds United defender Luke Ayling has recently given an interview to his former club Yeovil Town, for whom he made 184 appearances, scoring three goals and providing 12 assists.
The 28-year-old responded to a tweet sharing the interview which also contained footage of his first goal for the Glovers, claiming his celebrations have improved over the years.
However, these Leeds fans aren’t so sure that is true.
— Samuel Hardy (@Eaglehawk951) March 27, 2020
Save the best for that special day coming shortly mate ????
— Nigel Thomas (@nt86lufc) March 26, 2020
When you say better?
— Bielsa’s Cheese Wedge Ultras (@Allcheese1) March 26, 2020
Hair has come on a bit too ?
— Brian Canavan (@BriBriCanavan) March 27, 2020
Only slightly ??
— Dawn Halliday (@Dawnhalliday76) March 26, 2020
Have they!? ??
— Adam Cox (@8ADC) March 26, 2020
What do we think?
Ayling has scored six goals for the Whites since he joined the club from Bristol City in August 2016. Therefore the sample size by which the quality of his celebrations can be judged is a small one, though his most recent goal came in the Yorkshire derby versus Huddersfield Town and has scored three times in their last five matches.
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The right-back has appeared in 28 of Leeds United’s 37 Championship fixtures so far and his average performance rating according to WhoScored.com currently stands at 7.31/10 – making him Marcelo Bielsa’s most consistent performer. He may not be renowned for his celebrations, but he’s proven he’s a great asset to this team.