Leeds United stand in a solid position in their quest to secure promotion to the Premier League, returning to the top of the standings after a 1-0 win over Bolton at the weekend.
Five consecutive victories have put the Peacocks in a solid position but there is still plenty of work to be done, with a variety of challenges lying ahead during the busy festive season that is on the horizon.
A number of players within Marcelo Bielsa’s squad have caught the eye this season, attracting plenty of plaudits, and this week special praise was reserved for young ace Jamie Schalketon – who has quickly established himself as a key part of the side.
The 19-year-old has earned nine Championship appearances for the senior squad this season and has become an instant hit with fans, while he also earned special praise from Bielsa himself this week – who heralded his maturity.
We have gathered some of the responses below.
Probably better than anyone could have put it, doesn’t have any naivety in his game, knows all the tricks
— Joe Atherton (@joetmatherton) December 18, 2018
Think he’s already loads better than Dallas wether he plays at RB or further forward on right wing he does more with the ball and going forward it has to be said he’s as good as Ayling one thing that impresses me is he never wastes a pass always finds a white shirt
— Kenneth Roy Brown (@kennybrown1964) December 18, 2018
Unreal talent
— Robert James (@Robertkas86) December 18, 2018
I would keep playing Shackleton when ayling is fit if he keeps performing like he is. Ayling not exactly been on form this season before his injury.
— Glen Bird (@gpbird40) December 18, 2018
Bielsa always knows exactly what to say about his players. No surprise that this is the most unified Leeds squad in many, many years
— The_real_TommyBrolin (@BlueSmokeWillo) December 18, 2018
When aylings back Id like to see him on wing
— Karl (@Kdlittle26) December 18, 2018
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