There is no denying that the atmosphere around Leeds United will be rather tense at the moment as the Championship edges ever closer to its conclusion and an automatic promotion spot is within their grasp.
Marcelo Bielsa’s side have done extremely well this season considering the number of injuries he has had to deal with during his time at Elland Road, whilst he has also been able to give some of his young players a chance to shine in the first-team.
The Whites already have a number of talented youngsters on their books, however, one man that they once had invited for a trial on two different occasions appears to have had his chance at a Premier League club as well.
What’s the News?
According to Hallandsposten (via Sport Witness), Noel Tornqvist was given his chance to impress at Watford recently.
The 17-year-old, who is thought to be an exciting goalkeeper, has had a number of clubs interested in him, with the likes of Sampdoria and Hellas Verona as well as Leeds thought to have handed him trials recently.
The Verdict:
Although Tornqvist is an exciting young goalkeeper, Leeds already have a number of options available to them in the future and are actually quite spoiled when it comes to the position in the long-term future.
With Kiko Casilla having arrived in the January transfer window, Bailey Peacock-Farrell is likely to be the number one once the Spaniard retires (or moves on) as he is still only 22-years-old, whilst the likes of Will Huffer and Kamil Miazek are also waiting in the wings for their opportunities at Elland Road.
However, it must be said that the two trials that Tornqvist had with the club were over a year ago, and despite having two trials, it would appear that Leeds were not particularly sold on bringing the Swede to Thorp Arch then either.
As mentioned, Leeds have a number of young players to have managed to progress through the academy ranks, however, it could be difficult to see another goalkeeper come through for a little while with the options they currently have.
Leeds fans, what do you make of the goalkeeping options at the club already? Has the club potentially missed out on a good opportunity in Tornqvist? Join in with the discussion below by sharing your thoughts with us.
