Jamie Shackleton targeting promotion after swapping Leeds United for Millwall

Jamie Shackleton is targeting being part of a promotion-chasing side after signing for Millwall.

The Leeds United midfielder has joined on a season-long loan after undergoing a medical this morning.

Shackleton scored twice in 22 Championship appearances when Marcelo Bielsa’s side won the title in 2020.

“I’m delighted to be here, the whole process took a little bit longer than I’d probably have liked,” he told Millwall’s Recast channel. “I wanted to be here as quickly as possible, but ultimately it’s done now.

“I spoke to him [Millwall boss Gary Rowett] a couple of times before we realised it was the right decision for everyone, you get a good feeling. I like to get stuck in, get around and cover as much of the pitch as I can.

“I played in the Championship with Leeds and had a good season, we managed to get promoted – that should be the aim, to do that at Millwall.”

Shackleton looks set to get some game time tomorrow night against Swedish side Hammarby in a pre-season friendly at The Den.

The Lions then host Ipswich on Saturday before the July 30 league opener at home against Stoke City.

“I can’t wait – it’s going to be an experience,” said Shackleton, when asked about playing in a competitive fixture on Millwall’s home turf. “I’ve played away at Millwall before and the atmosphere has been pretty good. I can’t wait to be in the home end.”