Leeds United have been brilliant in the Championship so far this season, with Marcelo Bielsa's side looking like genuine promotion contenders.

The renowned Argentinian coach has settled to life in England superbly, bringing his high-intensity and attractive football to Elland Road and getting results.

Therefore, there is a real sense of optimism around the Yorkshire club, with a strong belief that this will be their year.

Given the history of the club and the fanbase, there is always a big expectancy surrounding Leeds but fans will feel this time the players can deliver.

However, are they really good enough to win promotion?

Whilst we love the way Bielsa has got Leeds playing, here we look at THREE reasons why it won't be enough over the course of the season to result in a return to the top-flight...

It was a major coup for Leeds to get a coach of the calibre of Bielsa to the Championship and he's already shown why.

However, the one criticism of the former Marseille boss is that he hasn't won enough and one reason for that is the intense style of play can catch up with the players.

The Leeds squad not only play with real intensity, but training will be the same and over the summer we heard about how they were working non-stop.

Tiredness could play a big part in what is one of the most relentless leagues in the world down the stretch.

Another factor is the recent history of Leeds.

It took the team years to get promotion from League One and it's remarkable when you look back at the side they had.

Even a few years ago under Garry Monk, they somehow failed to make the top six after a late collapse.

This is a club that is used to things going wrong recently and that apprehension and nervousness could transmit from the stands to the players when the defining games come around towards the end of the season.

The final reason to be concerned for Leeds is the lack of spending.

Andrea Radrizzani hasn't exactly splashed the cash since taking over and that didn't change in the summer even though Bielsa is in charge.

Obviously, spending big doesn't always guarantee success, but Championship rivals will be ready to throw money at proven quality to help their promotion push - will Leeds?

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