Leeds United Tyler Adams contract extension mooted amid Aston Villa interest – Sky Sports pundit
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Paul Robinson has urged Leeds United to offer Tyler Adams a contract extension as interest in the 24-year-old midfielder grows.
The Athletic’s Phil Hay (23 June) reported that Aston Villa are interested in the American as Unai Emery looks to strengthen his midfield.
Robinson feels Adams is a player the board should be looking to keep hold of for their upcoming Championship campaign.
“I don’t think they should sell Tyler Adams. I think he’s been their best player. Obviously, he missed the end of the season through injury but that shows how key he was,” Robinson exclusively told MOT Leeds News.
“I think he’s the best footballer at the club and I think if they are serious about gaining promotion and bouncing back and the 49ers are investing into the club.
“It’s hard to keep a player in the Championship. If a Premier League club comes knocking with a big fee, it’s very difficult. If I was in control I would be doing all I could to convince him to stay and sign a new contract.
“I would try and build my team around him. You give him a new contract and tell him we are having one go at getting a promotion – bouncing back at the first attempt.
“You offer him a contract and say we are trying to get out this year. Understandably, bigger Premier League clubs will want him and big fees will arrive. And when that comes into play – at a certain time – a transfer will happen.
“From Leeds’ point of view, I’d give him what he wants for a year and then if it doesn’t work out he can move on.”
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