“Fortunately,” According to a BBC analyst, Leeds United made a very wise choice in January.

Although Leeds United only made one acquisition in January, it wasn’t their only transaction of the year.

In order to add the much-needed “specialist” right-back, the Whites waited until the very last minute of deadline day to

However, Roberts will have a difficult time being the number one option because Archie Gray is becoming more and more of a regular in the position.

Gray’s weekly performances in his breakout season at the age of 17 have astounded teammates and commentators alike, and Leeds was able to sign him to a new long-term contract in January that will take effect when he reaches 18.

After the game, pundit Jon Newsome discussed on BBC Radio Leeds how performances like the one Gray had last night made it a relief to tie him down to a new deal.

Newsome astounded by Gray’s brilliance

“Football intelligence,” he declared. He is an actor. Fortunately, we have secured him a new, lucrative contract, and I believe he will soon sign a few more.

Although some of the top teams in Europe are already showing interest in Gray, Leeds will be doubly protected if they sign him to a new contract.

Leeds isn’t really under any pressure to sell him, but clubs will have to pay a hefty price if they are to consider doing so.

As a lifelong Leeds supporter, Gray has already expressed in public his desire to do great things at the team; ideally, that begins with assisting the Whites in winning promotion.

Nevertheless, Leeds supporters should cherish every second that Gray spends with the team since teams like Manchester City won’t be around for long to entice him to go.