FAST EDDIE’S ON THE WRIGHT ROAD TO TOP Nketiah hails Nolan a quick Gunners hero fix for Bolton
Leeds fans have taken to Nketiah after his three goals in his first four games, with chants of “Eddie, Eddie”.
The on-loan Arsenal striker is grateful for their support and says Wright has helped him slot straight in.
The Gunners legend has championed Nketiah on social media and was at Elland Road last week when he came off the bench to score Leeds’ late winner against Brentford.
“He’s been a massive help and nice to have around,” said Nketiah. “He’s taken a real liking to me and it’s just a dream come true.
“As a kid, I always looked up to him and watched his clips. For him to be taking such an active role and supporting and coming down to watch the games is great for me.
“He gives a lot of advice, a bit like a little mentor. I just try to learn and get everything I can from him because he’s been a top player and had a great career.
“We talk about how I’m doing here, how I’m settling and stuff. He’s a nice guy, an easy guy to talk to, so he makes life a lot easier. It’s good.”
Nketiah, 20, is pushing to make his first league start in today’s summit clash with Swansea at Elland Road and also thanked the fans for taking to him so quickly.
He loves their passion and says they were one of the reasons why he wanted to come to Elland Road. “The Leeds fans are crazy, they’re great,” said the England Under-21 striker. “That has been a big part of me enjoying my time here, with how quickly they have taken to me.
“Even when I was deciding to sign, the support I was getting from the fans in the media was great.
“I’m delighted. I’m going to continue to give my all and try to do well, so hopefully they will appreciate that.” Swansea boss Steve Cooper admits the rough and tumble of the Championship has hit him hard.
His first season in club football could not have got off to a better start as his team are still unbeaten.
But former England Under-17s coach Cooper said: “There will be 40 games to play after Saturday and I feel like we’ve played 35 in August KEVIN NOLAN is in the running to become Bolton manager as the club’s new owners aim to appoint Phil Parkinson’s successor this week.
Football Ventures agreed a deal on Wednesday to buy Bolton and save them from expulsion from the EFL, and the new board know they need to make a quick appointment.
Former skipper Nolan, out of work since being axed by Notts County a year ago, has expressed an interest.
Bolton are on minus 11 points ahead of today’s League One clash at Gillingham and could de deducted further points for postponing the Doncaster game. They are trying to sign four new players before Monday’s transfer deadline.
Director Michael James said: “It’s a very tough task. Our league starts now and we are starting on minus 11 points with the prospect of one or two punishments to be handed out.
“We need someone who can bring some stability. Time constraints are a big thing here. The deadline is Monday at 5pm – we have a day-anda-half of normal working hours. We’re seven-day-a-week people and we’ll work tirelessly to fill this spot.” ❑BURY are considering suing the EFL for kicking them out of the League after 125 years.
already. The Leeds game is one to be excited about. We’re looking forward to going to stadiums like Elland Road and having crowds against us. If you can’t be excited about this, what is there to be excited about?
“I haven’t seen enough of the other teams to say Leeds are the standouts. It’s one of the most unpredictable leagues in world football.”