Leeds should consider a move for goalkeeper Adrian

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Leeds United went so close to promotion in the Championship this season, but ultimately were undone in the play-off semi-finals and the wait for a Premier League return goes on.

The Whites have a core group of players that can challenge again in the next campaign, but there are some problem areas that need to be fixed.

One position that proved to be an issue throughout the campaign is in goal, where first promising youngster Bailey Peacock-Farrell was inconsistent during the first half of the season.

Kiko Casilla then arrived in January to try help strengthen the key area, but he was guilty of some high-profile errors during the last few months.

Manager Marcelo Biesla could look to give the pair another shot next year, but having a reliable shot-stopper is so crucial if they want to get over the line for promotion.

The Yorkshire club should consider searching for a new goalkeeper and West Ham’s Adrian may tick all the boxes.

Adrian is out of contract with the Hammers this summer and they have confirmed (official website) that he will exit when his deal expires on 30 June.

The 32-year-old will become a free agent then, with Goal reporting that Liverpool are considering a move for him to become their back-up option.

But Leeds should hijack interest this summer and offer him the chance to be their number one.

He may have to drop down a division, but the guarantee of regular first-team action should be a major attraction and one to try tempt him.

The Spaniard is still in the peak of his powers aged 32 and has always been such a consistent performer in the English top-flight.

Adrian kept 43 clean sheets in 150 appearances for West Ham and would be an excellent target for Leeds.