Why 'fearless' Jean-Matteo Bahoya has been compared to the 'Leeds Judas'
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink is already a big fan of Leeds United winger Jean-Matteo Bahoya.
The Whites signed the French forward on loan from Eintracht Frankfurt on deadline day, with a conditional obligation to buy him next summer.
In the 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace, the 21-year-old finally made his debut, coming on for the final seconds of the game.
Bahoya has arrived at Elland Road with high expectations and fans will be eager to see him perform after the international break.
The verdict on the young attacker's signing is still out, as Daniel Farke has been reluctant to throw him into the starting lineup.
While the forward is yet to get a significant opportunity at the West Yorkshire outfit, Hasselbaink is already sure about his qualities.
Jean-Matteo Bahoya is just like Alan Smith in one aspect
Bahoya's move to Leeds will be made permanent for £25.7million once he makes 10 appearances for them.
It's clear that the Whites got him on loan in the summer with the view of keeping a hold of him for longer.
The West Yorkshire outfit are clearly showing a lot of faith in the attacker, and Hasselbaink has compared him to Alan Smith.
During the midfielder's stint at the Peacocks, he played a significant role in their success.
However, after moving to Manchester United, the former England international was labelled "Judas" by the Elland Road faithful.
Hasselbaink believes the French youngster possesses the fearless spirit of players like Smith and Michael Bridges and brings something unique to the Peacocks' attack.
Speaking to the Yorkshire Post on 28 September, Hasselbaink said, "He gives the Leeds attack something different, something that the others don't have.
"He plays with more freedom because he doesn't know about the dangers of the Premier League yet.
"In the past, they had that fearless player, way back when with Michael Bridges and Alan Smith. He is like those players. It's nice to see youngsters coming through."
How Leeds United can effectively use Jean-Matteo Bahoya
Bahoya's strongest attributes at Leeds are arguably his pace and athleticism.
The winger recorded a top speed of 35.3 kilometres per hour last season in the Bundesliga, as per Sofascore.
Bahoya also has decent technical skills, averaging 1.5 dribbles per game with a 59 per cent success rate.
Farke may have a potent weapon on his hands in the France Under-21 international and he could come in handy when the Whites play on the counter.
The winger's speed can provide a different dimension to the West Yorkshire outfit, especially in games where they are pinned back by the opposition.