Now’s the time: McLeish tell Ancelotti to unleash King after shattering Everton blow
Alex McLeish has urged Carlo Ancelotti to hand Josh King a chance to “ignite” at Everton in James Rodriguez’s absence. The former Scotland boss, speaking…
Alex McLeish Archives: 03/2021
McLeish backs major new plans involving Rangers and Celtic amid BBC update
Alex McLeish has backed plans to introduce Rangers and Celtic youth sides into the Scottish Football League. The former Scotland manager, speaking exclusively to Football Insider,…
McLeish hails perfect timing amid Rodrigo twist ahead of Leeds clash v Fulham
The international break has come at a “great time” to help Leeds United to get players like Rodrigo back up to full fitness, according to…
McLeish: Bielsa may spring ‘surprise’ in Leeds XI v Fulham after big Bamford update
Patrick Bamford may only be fit enough to start on the Leeds United bench against Fulham, according to Alex McLeish. Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, the…
McLeish: Leeds may save millions in new striker hunt after director reveal
Sam Greenwood and Joe Gelhardt could save Leeds United millions in the hunt for a new striker signing this summer, according to Alex McLeish. The…
McLeish gutted for Celtic amid major Hendry transfer reveal
Alex McLeish has admitted it would be “a shame” to see Jack Hendry not return to play for Celtic after his loan spell at Oostende.…
McLeish verdict on Tottenham swoop for Rudiger as new talks lined up
Antonio Rudiger is starting to “look the business” at Chelsea after Tottenham interest was confirmed, according to Alex McLeish. The former Scotland boss, speaking exclusively…
McLeish: ‘Box office’ Keane would lure top signings to Celtic but I’d rather he ‘stay on the telly’
Roy Keane would make Celtic a “very attractive” destination for potential new signings, according to Alex McLeish. Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, the former Scotland boss…
McLeish: Mourinho may be facing Tottenham dressing room split after Son confession
Alex McLeish has suggested there may be some disharmony over Jose Mourinho’s favouritism towards Harry Kane and Heung-min Son at Tottenham. The former Scotland boss,…
McLeish shares ‘impossible’ Bamford claim amid ‘burnout’ fears at Leeds
Alex McLeish has admitted he fears Patrick Bamford could “burn out” at Leeds United in the near future. The former Rangers boss, speaking exclusively to Football…
McLeish: Spurs may have ‘pinpointed’ new signing after rejecting Mendes-steered offer and Vinicius
Tottenham may have lined up a new striker signing after making a decision on Carlos Vinicius’ future, according to Alex McLeish. The former Scotland manager,…
McLeish: ‘I’m hearing whispers’ Lampard has met with the Celtic board
Alex McLeish has claimed Celtic fans would love to see a “big-name” manager like Frank Lampard appointed as Neil Lennon’s replacement. The former Rangers and…
McLeish verdict on Phillips starting for Leeds v Chelsea after update via Hay
Kalvin Phillips must start as many games as possible for Leeds United to get back up to full fitness – starting with Chelsea on Saturday.…
McLeish: West Ham ‘menace’ Lingard may have ignited summer transfer battle
Jesse Lingard may have ignited a summer transfer battle with his performances at West Ham, according to Alex McLeish. The former Aston Villa and Rangers…
Ex-manager suggests Harrison is in the red zone at Leeds
Alex McLeish has admitted Jack Harrison needed a “wee break” to get back to his best at Leeds United. The former Rangers boss, speaking exclusively…
McLeish tips Celtic strugglers to ‘grow into the jersey’ like Rangers stars
Alex McLeish has defended John Kennedy from the “unfair” criticism received since taking temporary charge at Celtic. The former Scotland boss, speaking exclusively to Football Insider,…
McLeish wowed by Lingard transformation at West Ham – ‘That can destroy a footballer’
Jesse Lingard has shown remarkable character to bounce back at West Ham after being a Man United outcast. That is the view of former Scotland…
David Sullivan will be ‘really happy’ as West Ham close in on ‘amazing’ signing – McLeish
The West Ham board will be delighted to sign Craig Dawson from Watford for just £2million, according to Alex McLeish. The former Scotland boss, speaking…
McLeish hails ‘cracking piece of business’ at West Ham amid Soucek development
Tomas Soucek has been a “cracking piece of business” and deserves a new West Ham contract, according to Alex McLeish. The former Premier League boss,…
McLeish backs ‘brilliant’ Celtic move as O’Neill plot revealed
Celtic have made an “absolutely brilliant” decision to consult Martin O’Neill in their hunt for a new manager. That is the view of former Rangers…