Luke Ayling is adamant Leeds United are a stronger team since winning promotion to the Premier League.

The 1-0 victory at Everton, the early pace-setters in September and October, was only their fourth of the campaign but having taken points off Carlo Ancelotti's side, Manchester City, Arsenal and run defending champions Liverpool close there are positive feelings at Elland Road following the side's promotion.

“We've been working with (Marcelo Bielsa) for the last two years. It's the third year of his reign now," said Ayling.

“Our first eight games was always going to be a learning curve. I think we've learnt a lot from those eight games.

“I think we have a reputation of being a fit team but I thought our football was excellent.

“I think we're starting to play more football and not just try to be hard to beat. So far, so good."