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Reports from SportBible this week have linked Leeds United with a move for young Fulham right-back Cody Drameh.
The 17-year-old may not come in as a starter for the Whites given he has never made a senior appearance for the Cottagers, but he will allow one of their top talents to feature in his more natural role.
Won’t be a starter
With Drameh, Leeds would be paying for his potential rather than the player he is right now.
The 17-year-old is yet to play for Fulham’s first team, and it is unlikely that he would become the first choice full-back at Elland Road.
Luke Ayling is coming off the back of one of the best seasons of his career as he created six assists and played 40 league games as Leeds finished third and were beaten in the play-offs.
The Fulham teenager’s game isn’t at the level where he could be considered an option to displace the 27-year-old at this time.
Affects Shackleton
One immediate effect that Drameh’s arrival would have is that Jamie Shackleton would be free to play in a midfield role.
The youngster was often used as a backup right-back last season when Ayling was suspended or unable to play due to injury.
The Fulham man would be able to step into that role next season, allowing the 19-year-old to play more in his favoured midfield position.
Shackleton is rated as one of Leeds’ most promising young talents, and he may well be given a key role in the squad next season as the Whites battle for promotion.
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If Bielsa does want to utilise him next season, then he must play him in his favoured role rather than using him as a makeshift defender.
Drameh’s arrival may not have a huge impact on the squad next season, but the depth he brings in the full-back position may allow Shackleton to flourish.
