McLeish verdict on ‘exceptional’ Hjelde starting for Leeds v Newcastle after BBC update
Alex McLeish claims it is too early for Leo Hjelde to be thrown into the Leeds starting 11 amid a defensive injury crisis. The former…
Alex McLeish Archives: 09/2021
McLeish backs Desmond to appoint ‘ideal’ Celtic chief executive after shock Tom English update
Celtic fans must trust Dermot Desmond to appoint the “ideal” chief executive. So says ex-Rangers boss Alex McLeish, speaking exclusively to Football Insider about the…
McLeish: Leeds need an ‘explanation’ after ‘mentally damaging’ Struijk news
The FA’s decision not to overturn Pascal Struikj’s red card against Liverpool could be “mentally damaging” for the Leeds United defender. So says ex-Premier League…
McLeish hails ‘brilliant move’ as Tuanzebe stance on Aston Villa move reported
Alex McLeish insists Axel Tuanzebe can be a key man for Aston Villa after a new report on his future. The former Villains manager, speaking…
McLeish issues ‘unprecedented’ reveal as new details emerge on Small’s move from Everton to Southampton
Alex McLeish has defended Everton sporting director Marcel Brands as he faces criticism from other club chiefs. The former manager, speaking exclusively to Football Insider,…
McLeish ‘fears the worst’ after Leeds source’s Llorente update
Leeds United will be “desperate” to get to the bottom of Diego Llorente’s recurring injury problems. So says ex-Premier League manager Alex McLeish, speaking exclusively…
McLeish tips Aston Villa statement after source’s Smith reveal
Alex McLeish has expressed his surprise after hearing the latest on Dean Smith’s Aston Villa future. The former Villa boss, speaking exclusively to Football Insider,…
McLeish tips recall for Rangers player tonight after Hagi news
Alex McLeish predicts Connor Goldson will return to the Rangers starting 11 to face Lyon tonight after an injury update. The former Gers boss, speaking…
Ex-manager: Klopp may recall loan stars to cope with ‘yet another’ Liverpool setback
Jurgen Klopp may wish to recall on-loan players in order to cope with the exodus of Liverpool stars to the African Cup of Nations in…
McLeish issues Bielsa ‘will walk away’ from Leeds prediction after Radrizzani interview
Alex McLeish claims Marcelo Bielsa would walk away from Leeds United if he believed he was underperforming. The former manager, speaking exclusively to Football Insider,…
McLeish issues ‘massive’ Celtic prediction after McGregor update via BBC
Alex McLeish claims Callum McGregor’s injury is a massive blow to Celtic ahead of tonight’s clash with Real Betis. The former Scotland boss, speaking exclusively…
Ex-manager: Ramsdale ‘won’t be happy’ at Arsenal after Arteta masterplan reported
Aaron Ramsdale will not be happy with Mikel Arteta’s goalkeeping plan at Arsenal. So says ex-Rangers boss Alex McLeish, speaking exclusively to Football Insider about…
Brands completely ‘irresponsible’ amid £12m Rodriguez reveal – McLeish
It was totally “irresponsible” for Everton director of football Marcel Brands to sanction James Rodriguez’s extortionate wages. So says ex-Premier League manager Alex McLeish, speaking…
McLeish: ‘I’m hearing today’ Rangers handed ‘big boost’ after Scottish Government news
Moussa Dembele’s absence for Lyon will be a “real boost” for Rangers ahead of the pair’s upcoming Europa League clash. So says ex-Rangers boss Alex…
Moyes tipped to hand out two debuts v Dinamo Zagreb after early West Ham team news – McLeish
David Moyes may well hand Alphonse Areola and Kurt Zouma their West Ham debuts against Dinamo Zagreb. So says ex-Scotland boss Alex McLeish, speaking exclusively…
McLeish makes bold Itten claim after Rangers confession
Alex McLeish has suggested Cedric Itten failed to “settle” at Rangers last season but could return a far better player. The former Gers boss, speaking…
Ex-manager makes ‘shambolic’ Aston Villa claim after Purslow confession
Alex McLeish has claimed Dean Smith will be “relieved” Aston Villa made plans to get Emi Buendia and Emi Martinez back from international duty early.…
£36m star tipped to’drop down’ and join Everton within months as Brands talks confirmed – pundit
Alex McLeish has suggested Donny van de Beek may quit Manchester United to “drop down” and join Everton in 2022. The former Scotland manager, speaking…
McLeish: ‘I’m hearing’ Aston Villa working on multiple signings amid Leeds verdict
Alex McLeish has suggested Leeds United will struggle to sign competition for Patrick Bamford and Kalvin Phillips without serious financial backing while Aston Villa continue…
McLeish suggests ‘big move in the offing’ for Kamara after Rangers talks update
Alex McLeish has suggested there could be a “big move in the offing” for Glen Kamara if Rangers cannot tie him down to a new…