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Leyton Orient’s Jamie Donley Deserved EFL Player of the Month Award, Says Manager Richie Wellens
Leyton Orient boss Richie Wellens has insisted that Tottenham Hotspur loan star Jamie Donley should have won the EFL Player of the Month award.
Donley, considered a massive talent at the north London club, is currently on his first loan spell at League One side Leyton Orient. Despite taking some time to settle in, the young striker has become an integral part of Wellens’ team.
Wellens Praises Donley’s Impressive All-Around Performance
The Leyton Orient boss is delighted with Donley’s off-the-ball work and contributions to the team. In fact, the 20-year-old forward was awarded the EFL Young Player of the Month for his impressive performances.
Wellens believes Donley deserved the EFL Player of the Month award as well, highlighting his remarkable goal-scoring and assist-making abilities.
“He fully deserved it [winning the EFL Young Player of the Month], I think he should have won the EFL Player of the Month”, Wellens told the O’s media about Spurs loanee Donley.
“I think he scored five and assisted five in a month, that is difficult to do, so whoever has won it, must have been playing really, really well.”
However, Wellens emphasizes that Donley’s contributions extend beyond just goals and assists. The manager praises the youngster’s impressive development in his off-the-ball work and defensive duties.
“But it is not just about the goals, his development has been huge off the ball.
“He has been winning second balls now and has been in the right places defensively, winning his duels.
“His body is starting to change, he looks like a real man now even though he is a baby.”
Donley has already made a significant impact at Leyton Orient, contributing 11 goal contributions in 32 games. The young striker will be looking to continue his impressive form for the remainder of the season.
With Wellens’ high praise and the recognition of his on-field performances, it’s clear that Jamie Donley is a rising star in the making, and his future at Tottenham Hotspur looks bright.
Call to Action: Keep an eye on Jamie Donley’s progress at Leyton Orient and his continued development at Tottenham Hotspur. This young talent is undoubtedly one to watch in the coming seasons.
