Leeds United have struggled to maintain consistency this season but handed their promotion hopes a significant boost by beating Bristol City on Saturday.
The win sees the Peacocks remain in third position, behind Middlesbrough and Norwich City, but they also sit just six points ahead of ninth-placed QPR in what is developing into a fierce fight in the Championship.
Leeds fans have regularly made it clear they want to see Marcelo Bielsa strengthen his side with new additions in January and it seems the Argentine boss is taking their opinions into account, although this addition may well be one for the future.
Non-league outfit Hastings United have confirmed that young midfielder Adam Lovatt is heading to Leeds for a five-day trial starting on the 3rd of December, where the teenager could earn a contract at Elland Road if he impresses.
Fans may not know much about the 18-year-old but the reactions of Hastings supporters to the news suggests the Peacocks may have found a diamond in the rough. We have gathered some of their comments below.
Good luck Adam, top lad, you have worked so hard, just enjoy every minute
— Clive Connell (@clive_connell) November 22, 2018
Good luck to Adam. I love watching this lad controlling the centre of the park and further proof the club are investing in and developing the young players @AgutterChris @skiltekfa @hastingsufc @LUFC
— Kevin Martin (@KevinVMartinGML) November 22, 2018
He’s a class player mate… some lucky club we’ll benefit from him soon, So it might as well be dirty Leeds
— Windy Gale (@Windyhufc) November 22, 2018
Brilliant news and well deserved for this exciting young talent. Adam – you better get me some tickets whilst your up there !!!#HUFC #MOT
— Pat McCrossan (@Patfooty) November 22, 2018
Great inspiration for the Academy boys seeing that the opportunity is there to progress.Wishing you all the best Adam
— Russell Ian small (@RussellIansmal1) November 23, 2018
Good luck fella.. Well deserved
— Chris Laverick (@hastingschris) November 23, 2018