And set their sights on the future, Leeds United He is now reportedly poised to take on rivals Manchester United with the arrival of a young gem who has already impressed at Thorp Arch.
Leeds transfer news
As the January transfer window approaches, the staff at Elland Road have reason for cautious optimism on the promotion front given they are just three points behind their nearest rivals. championship Sheffield United leaders. He said that, Daniel Fark He will no doubt be hoping to see his side return to winning ways against Oxford United next weekend after having to salvage a late point against Preston North End last time out.
It was another game in it Illan Meslier struggled In the spotlight, Brad Potts' opener missed the back of the net in another moment for the Leeds keeper to forget. With every mistake, the question marks continue to grow over whether he is the right man for the job at Elland Road – question marks that look set to end in a definitive answer.
It appears the Yorkshire club are already thinking about the future of their goalkeeping department as well. According to what The Sun newspaper reported on the MOT Leeds website. Leeds are now ready to sign Robbie Cook Manchester United accepted after the young goalkeeper impressed during his trial at Thorpe Arch.
While the Red Devils have failed to move forward in talks to sign the young goalkeeper, Leeds are said to be ready to welcome Cook with open arms in the hope that he is ready to one day become Farke's undisputed number one goalkeeper.
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Still just 17 years old, the Perth Glory gem is likely to make an impact in Leeds' youth teams, before eventually breaking into the first team as a player ready to compete for a place with Meslier.
Cook could finally put an end to Leeds Meslier's problem
If Leeds achieve promotion this season, they should consider replacing Meslier. The 24-year-old was guilty of dropping points against Sunderland earlier this season and was again among those at fault for Preston's opening goal this weekend. This is the kind of unreliability that ends up relegating them to the Premier League in what would be a nightmare scenario for the Whites should they gain promotion this season.
However, if Leeds remain patient, Cook could end their problems for years to come. At 17 years old, the goalkeeper's best years are yet to come, which could make Leeds' reported early pounce a work of genius when he is ready to take on a starting role in the coming years.
There is no doubt that Cook's rise could raise many regrets at Manchester United, who have reportedly failed to move on and secure his signature. Meanwhile, those at Elland Road could reap the ultimate rewards if he reaches ever-increasing potential during a Perth Blades swap, making him a player to keep an eye on over the coming years.
