Pranav Shahaney

Sat 20 January 2024 8:10, UK

Leeds United midfielder Lewis Bate has sealed his Elland Road exit in the January transfer window to join MK Dons on loan, the club have confirmed.

Dons took to Twitter to make the news official on 19 January and he will be spending the rest of the season there.

The 21-year-old made his senior Leeds debut under Marcelo Bielsa back in 2022 and the Argentine was an admirer of him and raved about his passing as well. [LeedsLive]

Good call

Sending Bate to play lower-league football offers him valuable first-team experience, aiding his growth and maturation as a midfielder.

Exposure to different playing styles and physicality in lower leagues enhances his adaptability and overall skill set.

However, it’s imperative for Leeds to keep a close eye on Bate’s deal at Elland Road.

With his contract set to expire in the summer, monitoring the situation is crucial to prevent the risk of losing him on a free transfer.

By staying informed about his progress and involvement at MK Dons, Leeds can assess whether he continues to evolve as expected.

This proactive approach ensures that the club can make informed decisions about Bate’s future, either by negotiating a contract extension or planning for his integration into the first team.

He was signed from Chelsea with plenty of promise and the club would not want to lose out on his services for free so a contract extension must be imminent.

In other Leeds United news, Phil Hay claims that the Whites are seriously considering acceptable offers for one player with a new signing on the cards.

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