EXCLUSIVE: Burnley in danger of losing experienced full back to Leeds this January, Player open to move after frustration over lack of game time this season under Kompany
Burnley are in danger of losing experienced right back Connor Roberts who now a target for Leeds. Connor Roberts, who has fallen down the pecking order at Burnley, is rumored to be a target for Leeds United, who are in need of a right-back.
Roberts’ style and athleticism make him an appealing signing for Leeds, especially with the departure of Djed Spence and uncertainty surrounding Luke Ayling’s future.
Although there is reported interest in Roberts, Burnley would prefer to hold onto him due to a lack of alternative options at right-back, unless they strengthen that area. According to the Yorkshire Evening Post, the player has long been admired by the Whites as they target a potential arrival at full-back this month.
Roberts has fallen down the pecking order at Burnley this season, having previously been a key part of Vincent Kompany’s side. He is open to exploring his options and would be open to a move should the opportunity present itself.
The defender was a crucial part of the team that earned an impressive 101 points on their way to the Championship title last year.
However, he has made just eight starts in the Premier League this term, with a further four appearances coming from the bench, as the Clarets sit 19th in the table.
Roberts’ style and athleticism have both been highlighted as attributes that make him an appealing signing for Leeds. The departure of Djed Spence back to Tottenham Hotspur has left the team looking a little light at right-back, especially as speculation persists over the future of Luke Ayling.
While Roberts finds himself behind Vitinho in the pecking order at Turf Moor, it is believed that the Clarets would prefer to hold onto the Welshman due to a lack of alternative options at right-back.
Roberts contributed four goals and six assists from 43 appearances in the Championship last season, so it comes as no surprise that Leeds would hold an interest in him.
Roberts was excellent for Burnley last season, proving that he was ready for life in the Premier League. However, his form in the top flight hasn’t translated as well as initially hoped and he has fallen down the pecking order in a struggling team.
A move might help freshen up his career and get him back to playing regular minutes.
However, it makes sense that Burnley would want to keep hold of him for the time being, as he can still provide good cover to Vitinho and they gain very little from a loan move.
