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Wilson cheers Bellamy's Wales stay after Burnley offer falls apart

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Harry Wilson, 29, applauded that coach Craig Bellamy will remain with Wales after talks about a Burnley move fell through. Wilson said the decision lifts pressure on the team and confirms continuity in the squad.

Wilson’s transfer to Leeds United, triggered by the strong Welsh presence at Elland Road, will see him join teammates Ethan Ampadu, Dan James, Joe Rodon, Karl Darlow and Charlie Crew. The club also hosts Under‑19 prospect Jayden Lienou, who earned a senior call‑up in June.

In the Premier League, Wilson finished last season with 10 goals from 36 appearances. Internationally, he has 17 goals in 69 caps, 12 goals in the last three years, and carries a leadership mantle that he claims has grown in the past 18 months.

Bellamy’s stay ahead of the Nations League A campaign against Portugal, Denmark and Norway gives Wales a familiar voice, while Wilson’s prime form and club experience should help Leeds secure a stable season and boost the Welsh squad’s competitive edge.