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Leeds United fans respond as Marcelo Bielsa exit reports emerge

Leeds United fans have taken to social media to pay tribute to Marcelo Bielsa, with reports suggesting he could be on his way out of Elland Road.

The Argentinian head coach has masterminded the Whites return to the Premier League after 16 years outside the top flight.

Bielsa's 170 game tenure as Whites boss could be coming to an end after six games without a win, with Leeds conceding 21 goals in that time, a new Premier League record.

There has always been speculation regarding the Argentinian's future at Elland Road, given his decision to sign 12-month rolling contracts.

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Leeds fans had become accustom to ignoring that speculation, but their fears look set to become reality.

There can be no doubt that Bielsa will go down as one of the greatest to have ever managed the Whites, something that is reflected in the reaction to his suggested departure online.

Here's what Leeds United fans have had to say about Bielsa's reported departure:

@Radebe_Leeds tweeted: "Marcelo Bielsa took a team struggling in the Championship to 9th in a Premier League after a 16-year absence. The man is a legend. Thanks for everything, Marcelo."

@Jonnyyarrow tweeted: "Bielsa an absolute legend and deserved a better end. Had no luck with injuries or simply the run of the ball but NEVER complained. Not many managers like that out there."

@mike_icebreaker said: "From Stoke to Spurs with the madness & joy in between, Thank you, Marcelo."

@OllieB32 tweeted: "If Bielsa has gone, so has Leeds. I’m dead inside. The greatest manager of my generation."

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