Exclusive: Pundit drops surprise Ross Barkley claim pre-Villa clash v Man United
Alex McLeish has claimed Ross Barkley will struggle to get back into the Aston Villa starting XI because of their fine recent form. Speaking exclusively…
Alex McLeish Archives: 12/2020
‘If I Was Him I Would Be Alarmed’ – McLeish Exclusive: Celtic may let 28-yr-old go
Alex McLeish has admitted “alarm bells” would be ringing if he was Celtic defender Shane Duffy after he was snubbed against Dundee United. Speaking exclusively…
Exclusive: McLeish raves about West Ham 2020 signing after rare sighting
Alex McLeish has insisted it was a very clever move by West Ham United to bring in the experienced Craig Dawson on loan. Speaking exclusively…
Manager Exclusive: Mourinho will be ‘Upset’ by big Spurs forward development
Alex McLeish has insisted Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho will be “upset” about the lack of playing time Troy Parrott has had on loan at Millwall.…
‘He’s Like Messi’ – Exclusive: Top pundit drops extraordinary Leeds player claim
Alex McLeish is so impressed by Leeds United winger Raphinha he has compared his skills to Lionel Messi. Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, the former Scotland…
‘Woah…He’s The Fastest Guy’ – Exclusive: McLeish in awe of Leeds defender
Alex McLeish has heaped praise on Leeds United defender Luke Ayling after his impressive display against West Bromich Albion on Tuesday. Speaking exclusively to Football Insider,…
Brilliant – Exclusive: McLeish in awe of Celtic youngster who reminds him of Gerrard
Alex McLeish has been left in awe of young Celtic midfielder David Turnbull and compared him to Hoops legends Paul McStay and Murdo MacLeod as…
Brilliant Talent – Exclusive: McLeish reacts as Leeds & Wolves in hunt to sign assist king
Michael Olise is a brilliant talent but Leeds United are sorely mistaken if they think the £8million target has what it takes to immediately replicate…
‘Celtic Have Spotted Top Keeper & Done Their Homework’- Exclusive: Pundit in ‘World-class’ claim
It would be excellent business if Celtic can complete a January deal for highly-rated Dundee United goalkeeper Benjamin Siegrist, says Alex McLeish. Speaking to Football…
McLeish Exclusive: ‘Battered’ Celtic player has emerged into Colossus
Celtic have struggled in defence this season but a new-found confidence epitomised by Kristoffer Ajer means the worst is behind them. That is the view…
Pundit Exclusive: Celtic 24-yr-old ‘will be hurting’ at potential role in part-exchange deal
Celtic midfielder Olivier Ntcham will be gutted if he is shipped out of Parkhead to balance the books, says Alex McLeish. Speaking exclusively to Football…
McLeish Exclusive: This Celtic player has stopped Lennon being ‘Battered’ by fans
Kristoffer Ajer’s return to form has helped stop Neil Lennon “getting battered” by fans over the defending at Celtic, according to Alex McLeish. The former…
‘He’s Terrific’ – Exclusive: McLeish wowed by Celtic raid for Hoops-daft PL ace keen to join
Crystal Palace midfielder James McCarthy would be an outstanding signing for Celtic, according to Alex McLeish. Speaking exclusively to Football Insider assistant editor Russell Edge,…
‘You’re talking £50m’ – Exclusive: Manager reacts as Leeds reach 2021 signing agreement
Repeat Leeds United loanee Jack Harrison would be an absolute bargain at around £10million. That is according to ex-Scotland, Rangers and Aston Villa manager Alex…
Exclusive: Manager destroys Newcastle critics after humbling
The level of criticism aimed at Newcastle United manager Steve Bruce this season is unfair, insists Alex McLeish. Speaking to Football Insider assistant editor Russell…
Manager Exclusive: Leeds dressing room hit by huge blow pre-Burnley
Liam Cooper’s injury will be a big blow for the entire dressing room at Leeds United, according to Alex McLeish. The former Rangers and Scotland…
McLeish Exclusive: Rangers will be buzzing if Celtic £12m sale is sealed – ‘He’d Be Big Loss’
Alex McLeish has claimed Rangers and the rest of the Scottish Premiership will be buzzing if Celtic sell Kristoffer Ajer during the January transfer window.…
‘I Know Him Very Well’ – Exclusive: Top pundit drops intriguing Bruce-Newcastle claim
Alex McLeish has claimed the Newcastle United players deserve “ridicule” more than Steve Bruce for Tuesday’s League Cup defeat to Brentford. The former Scotland manager,…
‘That is not on’ – Exclusive: Manager says Bielsa fuming over ‘Enormous’ Leeds problem
Marcelo Bielsa will be fuming over the amount of space his Leeds United players gave Manchester United in last weekend’s 6-2 defeat, according to Alex…
‘Get out’ – Exclusive: Manager tells Leeds big name to sign for new club after big reveal
Alex McLeish has urged Adam Forshaw to find a loan move out of Leeds United in January in a bid to get his career back…