Leeds United, Leicester City, Southampton, and Ipswich Town find themselves locked in a fierce battle for automatic promotion, with each team eyeing a coveted spot in the Premier League next season.
As the race heats up, Southampton and Ipswich face off against Yorkshire opposition, while clubs like Hull City and Middlesbrough are vying for playoff contention.
Despite the competition, former Leeds and Leicester player Gary McAllister believes that all three relegated teams from the previous season will secure promotion this time around.
“Ipswich has shown remarkable resilience, but I believe it will ultimately be Southampton and Leeds clinching the automatic spots,” McAllister shared in an interview with betway.com.
Having closely watched Leeds throughout the season, McAllister praised their attacking prowess, highlighting players like Glen Kamara, Ethan Ampadu, Crycensio Summerville, and Patrick Bamford for their contributions.
While acknowledging Leeds’ defensive concerns, McAllister remains confident in their ability to secure second place and avoid the playoffs, a sentiment echoed by many fans.
Looking ahead to the Premier League, McAllister predicts a tougher challenge for bottom-half teams next season, with Leeds, Southampton, and potentially Leicester poised to make their mark on the top flight once again.
