Leeds United youngster is picked out as a future star by Marcelo Bielsa.
Leeds United youngster Jordan Stevens is being lined up for a first team chance by manager Marcelo Bielsa.
Bielsa explained in his press conference on Thursday that Stevens could get an opportunity over the coming weeks.
The Argentine was quoted by Leeds Live: “He has all the necessary skills to play on the side in attack. Good quality and speed too.”
Bielsa’s comments highlight that he is a big believer in Stevens’ talent.
It’s positive for the 18-year-old that he is an option. It’s not so great for Leeds summer signing Izzy Brown.
Brown has barely had a kick since signing on loan, despite returning from his injury in December.
He didn’t even make the substitute’s bench for Leeds against Preston North End in midweek.
Now Stevens seems set to take one of the coveted spots among Bielsa’s substitutes once more, another obstacle in Brown’s path.
There are only so many attacking spots for Leeds’ young players.
Bielsa would seemingly rather give one to an academy player, than a loanee whose time is nearly up.
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