Phil Hay delivers honest verdict on Drameh's Leeds debut v Arsenal

The Athletic journalist, Phil Hay, has delivered his verdict on Cody Drameh's performance for Leeds United against Arsenal.

The Whites lost 2-0 against the Gunners during the Carabao Cup clash on Tuesday night at the Emirates Stadium.

Marcelo Bielsa handed a debut to Drameh, and the youngster made a solid impact during the game.

Hay has described him as a "promising" young talent, adding that the 19-year-old is a good prospect.

Marcelo Bielsa has also spoken highly of the youngster. The youngster said after the game that it was a "bittersweet" experience for him, as he couldn't be a part of a winning side.

Spot on

It was a very good debut from the youngster, and Hay is absolutely spot on with his assessment.

He made some mistakes during the game, especially in the build-up to the second goal, but overall he can be very proud of his performance.

Drameh made as many as three tackles and two clearances during the game. He also created two chances and had as many as 68 touches, with 88% passing accuracy.

Marcelo Bielsa has always given chances to promising young talents at the club. Drameh has become the 41st player to have made his Leeds senior debut under the Argentine.

Hay is absolutely spot on that the youngster can take his time. It's important for him to develop gradually and become a regular for the first team player and thrive in the Premier League.

In other Leeds United news, the Whites are in pursuit of this ex-Premier League midfielder with 14 goal contributions so far this campaign.