Liam Cooper comments on new Leeds United signing Kiko Casilla

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Kiko Casilla has joined Marcelo Bielsa’s Leeds United after leaving Real Madrid.

Leeds United central defender Liam Cooper has spoken highly of new signing Kiko Casilla, as quoted on Leeds Live.

Casilla has joined Leeds in the January transfer window on a free after leaving Spanish and European giants Real Madrid.

The 32-year-old goalkeeper has moved to the Championship club on a four-and-a-half-year contract.

Cooper has praised the Spain international goalkeeper, and the 27-year-old central defender has also said that the former Espanyol star is a good signing for Leeds.

The former Hull City star has also admitted his surprise at how good Casilla’s English is.

Cooper told Leeds Live about Casilla: “Surprisingly good English. Great addition to the club and welcome competition for Bailey. Bielsa demands respect.

“Boys aren’t stupid. They know what he’s done in the game. A coup for the club. Can’t wait to work with him.”

Competition for Bailey Peacock-Farrell

Bailey Peacock-Farrell is the first-choice goalkeeper at Leeds at the moment, and the Northern Ireland international is a good player.

However, the 22-year-old has made mistakes on occasions this season, and it is clear that the youngster needs to be pushed.

Casilla has arrived at Elland Road with a strong reputation and with a wealth of experience, and he will be a serious candidate for the spot between the posts for Leeds.