Leeds' Bielsa hails new signing Raphinha after win at Everton


Soccer Football - Premier League - Everton v Leeds United - Goodison Park, Liverpool, Britain - November 28, 2020 Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa before the match Pool via REUTERS/Clive Brunskill

(Reuters) - Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa is delighted with how quickly new signing Raphinha has adapted to the demands of the Premier League after the Brazilian winger scored in Saturday's 1-0 win at Everton.

Raphinha netted his first goal for Leeds in just his second start since arriving from Rennes in October, driving the ball between the legs of Everton defender Ben Godfrey and in at the foot of the far post in the 79th minute.

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