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Report: Leeds United identify Sevilla boss Julen Lopetegui as potential Marcelo Bielsa replacement

According to The Sun, Leeds United want Sevilla manager Julen Lopetegui to replace Marcelo Bielsa at Elland Road if the Argentine leaves when his current contract ends.

The 65-year-old guided the Whites to Premier League promotion at the end of last season after failing in his first attempt in 2018-19, and he signed a new contract to remain at the club for the 2020-21 campaign.

Bielsa is in his third season at Leeds, and it remains to be seen if he will be keen to stay for 2021-22.

The Yorkshire giants would love to hold on to him for as long as possible given how he has turned things around since his arrival, but they have got a contingency plan in place should he opt to move on, with Gerrard also considered by Leeds management.