Norwegian shot-stopper Klaesson was the third choice goalkeeper at Elland Road, behind Illan Meslier and Karl Darlow.He made two appearances in the Championship for Leeds last season, along with playing in the FA Cup.
At the age of just 18, Gray is already a well-rounded player. His ability to carry the ball and his first touch is already top drawer. He is a player that is mature beyond his years and capable of imposing himself on a game at either right-back or in his preferred central midfield role.
He is calm and composed on the ball, and demands it from his teammates. Gray’s decision-making and speed of thought will only improve in time, as will his physicality; but they are all strong areas of his skill-set for a player of his age. He may have occasionally struggled against some of the second tier’s best wingers, but was largely a diligent defensive player for most of the campaign with Leeds.
Crucially, Gray is only going to improve from here, but his priority should be with a club that will offer him regular game time and a clear pathway into the first-team, albeit Spurs could be the best of the Premier League’s elite in that sense under Postecoglou. Regular enough game time is paramount for him to realise his enormous potential.
If they can offer Gray the footballing opportunities he requires to continue his development and to continue improving, then this could be a perfect fit for the youngster, who was almost ever-present with Leeds during their promotion push last season.
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