Howson is Captain

Jonny Howson has been named Leeds United's captain for the 2011/2012 season. It was the popular choice with the 23 year old Leeds lad wearing the armband for the majority of last season in the absence of Richard Naylor. The only ever present player for the Whites last term starting all 50 of United's games, that is an amazing feat for the midfielder who thrived on the extra responsibility as well as improving as a player capturing the eye of Stuart Pearce securing his England U21's debut.

He'll now lead Leeds out against Southampton on the 6th August full of confidence after finishing their unbeaten pre-season with a 3-2 victory against Premier League outfit Newcastle. Simon Grayson's squad still appears pretty slim. Fans are expecting more movement in the market from the boss however with rumours drying up like a drought the question is will we have a fresh face for the season opener? I believe it's a patient waiting game for managers as the clock is ticking down for the Premier League teams to name their 25 man squad.