Rob Dickie is a centre-half currently plying his trade at Oxford, and he has had a very successful season, making 45 appearances for the U’s this term.He has helped his side reach the Carabao Cup quarter-finals, as well as third-place in League One after winning five consecutive games, and that has sparked interest from Leeds, as well as Southampton and Burnley.That highlights the ability of the 24-year-old as well as what he could offer in the future, but the report hasn’t sparked too much excitement amongst the Whites’ fanbase, possibly because they are looking to the Premier League.As a result, they will likely be hoping for tried-and-tested top-level players, rather than Dickie – who has played just one match above League One level.One fan still likes what he sees however, and gave a glowing review of the defender.
Dickie may be exactly what Leeds need, but it is difficult to tell until he is tested at Elland Road, and given many fans may not be too knowledgable about the player that have instead considered how his arrival may impact those around him.
For example, Ben White’s loan deal is up in the summer. The 22-year-old has had a similar career path to Dickie and was also a bit of an unknown quantity before joining Leeds, so it is easy to see why supporters have immediately thought of the centre-back.
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Some are concerned that interest in Dickie may mean the club’s chances of signing White have been reduced, and have stressed the importance of trying to make his deal a permanent one.
Others have instead been thinking of Gaetano Berardi, another defender whose future is under doubt due to his contract expiring this summer.
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