Former Leeds United defender Danny Mills believes that the club should be aiming for higher than Cameron Brannagan after they were linked with a swoop for the Oxford United man.

The 23-year-old has been outstanding for the U's this season, scoring five goals in 30 games and impressing with his all-round abilities.

And, his form has caught the eye, with reports emerging last week suggesting that the Championship leaders and Burnley were monitoring the £5m-rated man.

However, Mills isn't convinced he is what the Whites need, telling Football Insider that it could be too soon for Brannagan.

"If they get into the Premier League they need to look a little bit higher. Is he going to go to Leeds and play every week? I do not see that scenario happening. I think he would be better staying another season at Oxford and playing week in week out.

"The younger players are becoming a bit savvier and realising playing games is more important. One more year playing every week can get him a better move in 12 months’ time."

Marcelo Bielsa's side are seven points clear of third in the race for promotion, so there's every chance they will be in the top-flight next season.

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The verdict

This may seem slightly harsh from Mills but you can understand where he is coming from.

If Leeds do win promotion, they are going to need to bring in a few top players who can make a big impact on the first-team and Brannagan isn't at that level yet.

Having said that, he is a player with a lot of quality and at 23 he has a lot of time to improve. So, he could be a decent long-term investment for the club even if he has to wait to make his mark on the team.

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