Leeds United can confirm that Diogo Monteiro has joined Portuguese side FC Arouca in a permanent deal.

The defender signed for the Whites from Swiss outfit Servette FC in 2023 and has featured regularly for the Under-21s throughout his time at Thorp Arch.

Monteiro was an important part of Scott Gardner’s side that last year lifted the National League Cup, with the 20-year-old scoring against Sutton United in the final.

Everyone at Leeds United would like to wish Diogo well for the future and we thank him for his efforts whilst at the club.