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If Leeds United are to bring some new players to the club this summer, then their first port of call should be a new goalkeeper.
Kiko Casilla may have cost the Whites a place in the Premier League after his error-laden game against Derby County on Wednesday, and there is an argument to be made that he shouldn’t put a jersey on for them ever again.
Casilla’s performance
The Spaniard had a shocking game. He was continually rushing out where it wasn’t warranted, and his hesitancy cost the Whites as he was entirely to blame for the Rams’ first strike.
Derby’s fourth goal which eventually won the tie, was also partly the former Real Madrid man’s fault. His positioning was well off as he failed to close down the angle quick enough before Jack Marriott lobbed him.
The keeper’s failure in the biggest game of Leeds’ season may destroy his confidence, and will more than likely see him receive a barrel load of abuse from the Elland Road faithful.
Follow Liverpool’s example
As harsh as it may be, Marcelo Bielsa should take a page out of Jurgen Klopp’s book and banish Casilla from the first team.
Loris Karius single-handedly cost Liverpool a shot at the Champions League last season after dropping two clangers in the final against Real Madrid.
Klopp almost immediately sent him out on loan to Besiktas as he knew he wouldn’t be received well at Anfield, by both the fans and his teammates, as well as seeing that he struggled to cope on the biggest stage.
Having the keeper in the dressing room next season will serve as a reminder of the failure he caused the team this season and could potentially disrupt the squad harmony.
Bielsa must cut his losses when it comes to Casilla and look for a new stopper for next season.