“For Liverpool, he is not a key player to have in the squad this season, so they are completely open to letting him go, and there is confidence that the deal will be completed soon.”

Should Nat Phillips sign with Leeds United?

Phillips needs to find a long-term home for the sake of his career right now.

Despite his desire to join another Premier League team, he should be able to start on a regular basis at Elland Road.

And game time must be a top priority for him if he is to continue developing and proving himself, which he will undoubtedly want to do.

There are no assurances that the Whites will advance at the end of this season.

However, there is a chance that they will return to the top division at some point, which is another reason why Phillips should be prepared to make the transition to Elland Road.

However, he should attempt to include a release provision in his contract to give him with a potential escape route.