“‘Send Him Back’ – BBC Journalist Suggests Leeds Loanee Deal Could End Early”

On Don’t Go To Bed Just Yet, a BBC show aired on October 28, the topic of potentially ending Solomon’s loan early was raised after another unremarkable game in Leeds United’s goalless draw against Bristol City on October 26.

The question posed was whether manager Daniel Farke might prefer to allocate the player’s wage bill to bring in a replacement with greater impact.

The 25-year-old Solomon has played five matches for Leeds so far, though he has missed four league games due to a hamstring injury, pushing him behind players like Willy Gnonto and Largie Ramazani in the squad hierarchy.

During the discussion, BBC journalist Adam Buchan pondered the situation: “You wonder with Solomon whether he’s going to be able to get that time, and then you question, do you keep him? Or do you send him back?” He continued, “Then use that spot—I’m not saying they’re on the limit of their loans, they’re not—but do you use that money to get someone else who might have a bigger impact?”

Later in the discussion, Buchan noted the impact of Ramazani’s injury: “With the Ramazani injury as well now, it might be the case that they need to ensure that position is covered, and if you’ve got someone already in the building, you may as well keep giving them more time.

You’ve already worked with them a few months.”

The question of whether Farke might send another Leeds United loanee back to Tottenham, following the return of Djed Spence last year, is a live one.

Spence, a right-back who also encountered early injuries at Elland Road, had a brief run of starts before returning to Spurs in January after it was clear he wasn’t fitting into Farke’s system.

Solomon, who assisted a goal in his first start against Hull City on August 31, has struggled to make a consistent impact since.

His recurring fitness concerns, which were known prior to his arrival, have only added to doubts about his reliability.

With Dan James also recently injured and Ramazani ruled out for up to six weeks, Solomon has a chance to establish himself in Farke’s plans.

However, his standing in the squad remains uncertain, as he currently appears to be a fourth-choice option when all other forwards are fit.

If Solomon stays fit, this injury to Ramazani offers him an opportunity to prove his value. But if his form and fitness issues continue, much will depend on the performances of his teammates.

Farke’s willingness to consider alternatives is evident, particularly after last season’s experience with Jaidon Anthony, who, despite being on loan from Bournemouth, struggled to make a significant impact.

Yet the squad maintained momentum thanks to the performances of players like Crysencio Summerville, James, and backup Gnonto.

Now, with Solomon’s place under question, this could mark a second consecutive season where a loan move from North London to West Yorkshire fails to pan out as intended.

If it becomes apparent that the Tottenham player’s role in the squad is not vital, Farke may not hesitate to end the loan early, once again freeing up resources to find a better fit for the club’s need this season.