Paul Robinson has admitted the right-back position at Leeds United needs addressing but believes that Montpellier’s Falaye Sacko may not be the right option.
According to Africa Foot [6 July], Leeds are eyeing the Mali full-back Sacko as a replacement for Archie Gray following the youngster’s transfer to Tottenham.
It is understood that the 29-year-old, who has been performing well in Ligue 1 in recent seasons, is extremely versatile and possesses the ability to play anywhere across the backline.
Speaking exclusively to MOT Leeds News, Robinson said: “The right-back area is a must-deal for Leeds. Luke Ayling has gone to Middlesbrough, having left halfway through last season, Archie Gray spent the second half of the season at right-back, and Jamie Shackleton has left as well.
“That’s an area where there are few options. I don’t see an issue with signing an out-and-out right-back, but Sacko can play either side so the versatility would be appealing. An out-and-out right-back is what the team needs this summer.”
Leeds United to target right-back signing as Falaye Sacko snubbed
Robinson raises a very good point about the potential signing of Sacko. While the 29-year-old is capable of playing on either flank or at centre-back, Daniel Farke is much more likely to want a player who is completely focused on mastering one position.
