Tottenham and Newcastle are both interested in acquiring a promising Leeds youngster who is already drawing comparisons to Kalvin Phillips.
Leeds United have recently seen the departure of one of their brightest prospects, Finley Gorman, to Manchester City. Now, heavyweights in the Premier League, Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle, are expressing interest in another young talent from Leeds.
Historically, Leeds has been recognized for nurturing top-tier talents through their renowned academy. After a brief period of lesser productivity, the club is once again witnessing the emergence of promising players.
Kalvin Phillips stands out as one of the most notable products of Thorp Arch in recent years. His accomplishments, including a treble with Manchester City and multiple appearances for the English national team, attest to the quality of Leeds’ youth development.
Currently, Archie Gray is making waves as a standout from Leeds’ academy, having earned his breakthrough this season at the age of just 15, showcasing his potential even from the bench of the senior team.
His brother, Harry, who previously played alongside Gorman before his transfer to Manchester City, is also highly regarded. Archie himself has even suggested to Patrick Bamford that Harry’s talent surpasses his own.
Additionally, Charlie Crew, another midfielder, shows promise and could potentially rise through the ranks at Elland Road in the coming years. However, according to reports from talkSPORT, Tottenham and Newcastle are keeping an eye on another prospect.
In their latest transfer notebook, talkSPORT mentions that 16-year-old Ollie Pickles has caught the attention of both Premier League clubs. Pickles is already drawing comparisons to Kalvin Phillips for his composed play on the ball and his ability to distribute it effectively.
