“Excellent this year” – Leeds United action concerning in-demand Sunderland man revealed: The verdict

This article is part of Football League World’s ‘The Verdict’ series, which provides personal opinions from the FLW writers regarding the latest breaking news, teams, players, managers, potential signings and more…

Leeds United have been regularly watching Sunderland midfielder Dan Neil, Football League World has exclusively learned.

The 20-year-old has had a hugely impressive campaign – scoring four times and providing eight assists – and is now on the radar of the likes of Aston Villa, Middlesbrough and Wolves.

Leeds have been regularly watching Neil but would he be a good signing for the Whites? And should Sunderland look to cash in?

Our FLW writers discuss…

Marcus Ally

The Black Cats are losing a lot of money due to the extended period they have been in League One, therefore there will certainly be a tendency to cash in on Dan Neil in the summer if Premier League clubs show their interest.

Leeds would be an intriguing move for the youngster, with the 20-year-old a long term project if he did arrive at Elland Road.

It will be interesting to see how the Whites operate in their first summer under Jesse Marsch, but bringing in Neil, a player with clear potential above League One level would be viewed as a smart signing.

Alex Neil has been a little hesitant to start Dan Neil since entering the dugout at the Stadium of Light, and that could act as a push factor for the 20-year-old to consider an exit in the summer.

If they do not go up, it is likely that Dan Neil is sold.

Charlie Gregory

Dan Neil has been excellent this year and has arguably been one of the best midfielders in the whole of League One.

You can see why a club like Leeds might be interested and there is no reason, considering his age and his potential, that a