Leeds United boss Jesse Marsch has given his verdict on departing star Mateusz Klich.

The veteran is set to sign for DC United in the MLS as the club refreshes its squad this January.

Speaking after his team's thrilling 2-2 draw with West Ham United, Marsch spoke about the challenge of replacing Klich.

He stated, “Well, this was not a black and white decision. This was a lot of different discussions Klichy being provided with an opportunity that he thought was a little bit more long standing and provided stability for his family and an opportunity to try something new. So him and I had discussions over the last three-four weeks that we're often unsure about what the final decision should be. And by the way, it's not finalised quite yet, it looks like it's going in that direction. We're all wearing t-shirts and I understand that makes everybody believe it's finalised. But even at this moment, I knew in a match like this when we needed more courage on the pitch that Klichy was the right guy to have because this is who he is, this is how he lives life, this is how he plays football.

“So yeah, it won't be won't be easy to lose him. I think if we were to say between he and I we're not absolutely sure that it's the right decision, but I certainly wish the best for him."

He then added: “We have enough quality in the team, but his personality, his courage, his bravado, that part will be tough to replace. I even said to the team, we have to find a way to have find our inner Klichy in all of us to make sure that we're ready to perform and every match."

He concluded when pressed for a replacement name: “Yeah, I mean, well, I don't want to talk about transfers, I'm sorry."