Former Leeds United striker Noel Whelan has insisted Ian Poveda will be part of Jesse Marsch's first team plans next season.
The 22-year-old forward had been out on loan with EFL Championship side Blackburn Rovers this since but has been back at Thorp Arch since November after sustaining an ankle injury.
With Rovers bidding to return to the Premier League this season however, Whelan has praised the former Manchester City, believing in the quality he has shown thus far.