Ian Wright delivers exciting verdict when discussing where Leeds can finish in PL

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Ian Wright has told Match of the Day he is excited to see where Leeds United can finish in the Premier League and is hoping they can reach the magical mark of 40 points – and then play with the knowledge they are safe from the drop.

Leeds climbed to 23 points on Tuesday night with a stunning 5-0 win over West Brom at The Hawthorns, inflicting Sam Allardyce’s worst ever home defeat in the Premier League. The Whites have climbed to 11th place.

Goals from Gjanni Alioski, Jack Harrison, Rodrigo, Raphinha and a Romaine Sawyers own goal saw Leeds win 5-0. Bielsa’s side have now reached their points tally after just 16 games, and are well on course to reach 40.

Wright, who has a strong connection with Leeds fans following the loan spell of Eddie Nketiah, has told MOTD that he is hoping Leeds get to 40 points and safety as soon as possible – and then have the ability to play with freedom.

“They’re striking a good tune,” Wright said, when discussing Marcelo Bielsa’s men. “Leeds are in touching distance of the European places, I just want them to get to 40 points so they can relax and really begin to entertain.”

TBR’s view – Where can Leeds finish?

The Whites can give anyone a game. Yes, they were dismantled 6-2 by Manchester United – but were missing two central defenders in that match and saw Liam Cooper limp off during the loss at Old Trafford.

Critics have suggested Leeds cannot defend. But six clean sheets from 16 and two in their last two shows they can. Five against West Brom and Newcastle, four against Fulham and three against Liverpool shows they can score, too.

Leeds are capable of finishing in the top half and even pushing for the top eight. It means they have a chance of European qualification, but they are just as capable of slipping into the relegation fight.