Northern Ireland international Alfie McCalmont did not anticipate spending the first half of this season playing for Leeds United U21s.

The 22-year-old has been a regular for the Elland Road youth side this term, impressing in the midfield.

Considering he spent the past two seasons on loan gaining first-team experience, McCalmont was hoping that he would have continued playing more first team matches.

However, he has continued to impress and has not once complained about his situation.

“He's good," stated Leeds Under-21 boss Michael Skubala regarding McCalmont's state of mind.

“He's a good young man, he's a top trainer, a top athlete, he has a top attitude and he's doing well.

“We just have to keep working on his game and keep trying to progress him and adding to his game and hopefully he can keep being stretched."