Bogle on 'massively' missing fans and the 'step up' to Premier League
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Leeds United defender Jayden Bogle says he has "massively" missed the Elland Road crowd this summer and has been "watching videos of last season" to fill the void, as the newly promoted side gear up to face Everton in their season-opener.
However, manager Daniel Farke says a "late decision" will need to be made on Bogle's fitness as he continues to recover from a hip flexor injury.
Bogle said: "I have missed them massively. Sometimes you find yourself watching videos of last season and building up the excitement to get back to it."
When asked about the difference between the Championship and the Premier League, having previously played for Sheffield United in the top flight, Bogle explained: "The quality of players you're coming up against. Obviously it is the best league in the world, so it is a lot tougher.
"Then you have the intensity and the different styles of play. They are the two main things."
Bogle, 25, also praised Farke for being a "good influence on and off the pitch", adding: "He gave me the freedom to create and get involved going forward last season, but he also made sure I understood that I'm a defender first and that is my main job.
"His style of play is attacking and exciting football, so of course he will still let me get forward, but this is obviously a different league so there will be times when I can't do that. Pre-season has been good for practising and understanding these things.
"Off the pitch, he has taught me about being a leader, As I get older, that's something I want to keep building on as well."