Leeds United’s Academy bolstered their ranks with the signing of highly rated centre-back Leonard Ngenge.

Penning a deal until the end of the 2026/27 campaign, the defender explained how he pleased he was to make the move to West Yorkshire.

“I am excited,” the Nigerian international said. “It is a big step for me. It is the biggest step of my career right now and I hope to start perfectly.

“It is a huge opportunity and hopefully I get to utilise my opportunity and do better for the club, represent the club and be part of the great things they set out to achieve.

“Leeds is a great club. I know they have got like tons of history and I heard about some players like Tony Yeboah from Ghana who scored lots of goals, so I know they are a good club.

“I am left-footed, I like to show my tackling abilities, getting the body in the way and doing everything to cover the goalkeeper.”

Already capped twice at senior level for the Super Eagles, Leonard admitted those experiences helped him develop as a player.

“It was also a great opportunity. I worked hard. The coaches pushed me back at home. It was a great part of that. I learned a lot down there.”