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Three Barnsley players who could follow Paul Heckingbottom to Leeds United

Paul Heckingbottom manager of Barnsley during the pre season friendly at Oakwell Stadium between Barnsley and Huddersfield Town on July 22, 2017 in...
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Leeds United are set to appoint Barnsley boss Paul Heckingbottom.

Paul Heckingbottom manager of Barnsley during the pre season friendly at Oakwell Stadium between Barnsley and Huddersfield Town on July 22, 2017 in Barnsley, England.

With Paul Heckingbottom all set to be Leeds United’s next manager, we take a look at three players he could bring to Elland Road from Barnsley with him.

Tom Bradshaw

Tom Bradshaw of Barnsley looks on during the Sky Bet Championship match between Barnsley and Leeds United at Oakwell Stadium on November 25, 2017 in Barnsley, England.

Leeds are going to be in need of a new striker in the summer, with their current squad clearly lacking a number nine.

While Tyler Roberts will be expected to make the step up, Leeds are likely to need a more proven option and Bradshaw could fill that void.

The 25-year-old has netted nine goals so far this season, and could prove a good option for the Whites.

Ryan Hedges

Ryan Hedges of Wales in action during the International match between Wales and Panama at Cardiff City Stadium on November 14, 2017 in Cardiff, Wales.

Hedges is arguably the most exciting attacking talent in Barnsley’s squad, and would offer Leeds a different outlet.

Leeds have relied on the creativity of Pablo Hernandez and Samu Saiz this season, but Hedges could carve out even more chances for them.

The Welsh international is blessed with great pace and skill and has proven a hard man to mark so far this season.

Jason McCarthy

Kyle Walker-Peters of Tottenham Hotspur and Jason McCarthy of Barnsley battle for possession during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Tottenham Hotspur and Barnsley at Wembley...Kyle Walker-Peters of Tottenham Hotspur and Jason McCarthy of Barnsley battle for possession during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Tottenham Hotspur and Barnsley at Wembley…

Heckingbottom will surely want another centre-back at Leeds in the summer, and McCarthy would be a smart addition.

The centre-back can also play on the right hand side of defence, and his versatility would make him a good option for Leeds.