Barnsley manager Daniel Stendel praises Leeds United’s Mallik Wilks

Leeds United youngster Mallik Wilks seems to have impressed Barnsley manager Daniel Stendel.

Mallik Wilks of Doncaster Rovers

Barnsley manager Daniel Stendel has spoken highly of Leeds United striker Mallik Wilks, as quoted on BBC Leeds journalist Adam Pope’s Twitter page, and perhaps it is a sign that he wants to sign the youngster.

A report on Football Insider has claimed of interest of Barnsley in Leeds striker Wilks.

The 20-year-old, who can operate as a winger or as as a striker, played well for Doncaster Rovers in League One last season and helped them progress to the playoffs.

Barnsley boss Stendel has stated his admiration of Wilks, and he was impressed with the youngster’s display for Doncaster last season.

Barnsley head coach Daniel Stendel on Leeds United striker Mallik Wilks:

“I think he’s a very good player. When I view back last season I think the games v Doncaster were for me both difficult games.. & he was 1 player who played very well against us.” #lufc pic.twitter.com/IsvQHP2lKd
— Adam Pope (@apopey) 27 June 2019

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Oldham's Gevaro Nepomuceno and Doncaster's Mallik Wilks during the FA Cup match between Doncaster Rovers and Oldham Athletic at the Keepmoat Stadium, Doncaster on Saturday 26th January...

Signing for Barnsley

Wilks is a very good and promising young striker, but the 20-year-old is unlikely to break into the Leeds first team next season.

It would make sense for the striker to join Barnsley in the summer transfer window, either on loan or on a permanent basis.

Barnsley will play in the Championship next season after clinching automatic promotion from League One.

Daniel Stendel manager of Barnsley shows appreciation to the fans prior to the Sky Bet League One match between Bristol Rovers and Barnsley at Memorial Stadium on May 04, 2019 in Bristol,...

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Barnsley manager Daniel Stendel praises Leeds United’s Mallik Wilks