“Allowing him to leave like Kalvin phillips will be a REALLY BAD idea” Leeds United Warned Against January Player Exit Amid Depth Concerns

Leeds United Warned Against January Player Exit Amid Depth Concerns

Pundit David Norris has warned Leeds United against allowing Max Wober to leave the club in January, citing concerns over the team’s lack of depth in central defense.

Wober has struggled to win game time this season, making just three appearances and one start in all competitions. However, Norris believes that the Austrian defender’s departure could lead to a “catastrophe” for Leeds United.

“They’ve got to keep him,” Norris told MOT Leeds News. “There’s not enough cover – an injury or two and it’s a catastrophe at the back, so he needs to stay.”

Leeds United’s Central Defense Options

Leeds United’s current central defense options include Joe Rodon, Pascal Struijk, Ethan Ampadu, and Max Wober. However, Ampadu has been used in central midfield this season and may not be a regular option in defense.

The club’s lack of depth in central defense was exacerbated by the summer departures of Liam Cooper, Charlie Cresswell, and Diego Llorente. Robin Koch also left the club on a permanent transfer to Frankfurt.

Norris’ Warning Amid January Transfer Speculation

Norris’ warning comes amid speculation that Wober may seek a move away from Leeds United in January. The defender has been linked with several clubs, and his lack of game time this season may prompt him to seek a transfer.

However, Norris believes that Leeds United cannot afford to let Wober leave. “I can’t see him going in January, even if he wanted to,” he said. “Leeds need to keep the cover they have.”

Leeds United will need to carefully consider their options in central defense ahead of the January transfer window. Allowing Wober to leave could exacerbate the team’s lack of depth in the position, and may ultimately harm their promotion chances.