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5 Centre-Backs that Leeds could sign

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We recently did an article on 5 wingers that we could sign and then I thought, which other area is a bit of a problem? The CB position fits the bill, we may be doing fine in terms of the number of CB’s that we have but the quality? It’s not there I’m afraid. Bellusci is too error prone, on his day he’ll be fantastic, the day doesn’t come often enough. Jason Pearce also has an error in him and I think if we’re being honest, he’s not good enough if we want to be successful. Liam Cooper I believe is good enough and will only get better, I think he needs a good partner. Here are 5 CB’s that I think would improve Leeds:

Steve cook

Steve Cook – Bournemouth have been brilliant this season and Steve Cook has been a vital part of this. However given that he’s vice-captain and only 23-years-old, it may be a difficult one to pull off. However, the name Leeds United does still mean something so it’s a possibility. Oh, he also signed a three-year contract in the summer, good luck lads.

Harry maguire

Harry Maguire – He was brilliant at Sheffield United, went to Hull City this summer but hasn’t been able to break into their team yet, I think it would work out for both parties if he came here on loan. Top player.

Nathan ake

Nathan Aké – Highly rated at Chelsea, he can play at LB and CDM along with his CB role. His extra pace would be useful for us and given that we’ve lacked a CDM massively this season, it could be a great loan signing.

Tommy smith

Tommy smith – Good young centre-back who’s currently at Huddersfield, lets face it, if he could come here, he would. I really rate him and he could easily develop into a really good player.

Luca
Luca Ceppitelli – Thought I’d spice it up a bit for Massimo’s sake, he’s currently at Cagliari but can’t get in the team, fair enough, it is Serie A. Can’t pretend to know too much about him but someone who does know recommended him, knowing Cellino he’s probably more likely than the rest.

It was quite difficult thinking of Centre-backs that are both good enough and in with a possibility of coming to Leeds. If you’ve got anyone who you think would be better, please let us know.

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  • darrell says:

    You have argued a good case for each but loans are not the way forward.
    The 70 or so loan players that we have had in the last 10 years have held us back.

  • Ropey Wyla says:

    Good suggestions and sensible arguments for each, very refreshing.

  • adrian says:

    leeds need some spanish player to get promotion position. Good CB could be Ramis or Chico.. or if you look in spanish league Kasim from mallorca is a very good player and very young

  • Bailey says:

    It’s Ake for me. He’s been in their squad for a handful of matches so they rate him. He’s young, quick, and versatile. Probably lower wages too. Good article.

  • Mike says:

    Maguire is the best of the lot. 3 time League One Team of the Season, 3 time Blades Player of the Year and all achieved by 21 years old. Clearly he’s good enough for the Championship and it would be a great step in his progression as a player.

    Let’s not forget as well we have a highly rated 19 year old Italian youth international player on our training pitch too, if we’re truly looking for young up and comers.

  • andy says:

    If we were going for a centre back I suggest a right footer as both pearce and cooper are lefties.

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