Liam Cooper, Jamie Shackleton, and Sam Byram are preparing to bid farewell to Elland Road following Leeds United’s match against Norwich on Thursday, as reported by LeedsLive.
With their contracts set to expire next month, the trio, who have collectively made 60 appearances in the Championship this season, are likely to be leaving the club. Cooper, who has only started eight games this season, is not expected to be offered a new deal. Shackleton, having made just seven starts, is also likely to depart after a frustrating campaign.
Byram, with 33 appearances for the Whites, faces an uncertain future as it is unclear whether he will be part of Farke’s plans should Leeds secure promotion to the Premier League. Therefore, his goodbye at the stadium seems inevitable.
Although Cooper has been a standout leader for the club, it is the right decision to part ways with him at the end of the season. Falling down the pecking order behind other players, he may see leaving as an opportunity for a fresh start after turning down a lucrative offer last summer.
Shackleton has shown his potential at the Championship level but has struggled for game time, indicating that an exit would make sense even if Leeds do not get promoted.
Byram’s future will likely hinge on which division the club is in next season. With his own injury concerns, finding a reliable alternative could lead to a smart business decision for the club.
