Full-back Sam Byram has opened up about his return to Leeds United following a trial period at the club where he started his career. Byram was released by Norwich City after the expiration of his contract in July, and he struggled with injuries during his time at Carrow Road, making just 54 appearances in four years. Despite this, he was liked by all three of his head coaches at Norwich, including Daniel Farke, who invited him back to Elland Road.
Byram revealed that there were no guarantees of a contract when he joined Leeds United for the trial period. He had been out of contract and was waiting to hear about his next move. He had received interest from a few clubs, including offers from abroad. However, he chose to train with Leeds United as he felt he was in a good fitness position after doing extra training over the summer.
Initially, the invitation from Farke and his staff was just to train and be in a team environment to keep fit. However, Byram impressed during training and was given the opportunity to play in pre-season games. He saw the chance to impress and sign again for Leeds as outweighing any potential risks of being out of contract.
Byram expressed his excitement and how he relished the opportunity to come back to Leeds and work with a manager he had previously worked with. He recognized it as a huge opportunity and was eager to make the most of it. By signing a one-year deal, he has become a regular starter again for Leeds United.
In summary, Sam Byram has returned to Leeds United after a trial period following his release from Norwich City. Despite struggling with injuries during his time at Norwich, he was liked by his coaches and was invited back to Leeds by Daniel Farke. Byram took the opportunity to train with Leeds and impressed enough to earn a one-year deal. He is now a regular starter for the club and is excited about the chance to work with a manager he has previously worked with.
