Leeds United are pleased to announce Academy defender Louie Dudley has put pen to paper on a first professional contract with the club.

The highly rated full-back has signed a two-year deal, keeping him with the Whites until 2027 as he continues his development at Thorp Arch.

The 17-year-old has impressed so far this campaign for Scott Gardner’s Under-21s side, starting in all six Premier League 2 clashes to date and scoring at Turf Moor against Burnley.

Dudley has also gained further experience against senior opposition in both the Vertu Trophy and National League Cup, as well as featuring in the Premier League International Cup against Sporting CP B.

Everyone at Leeds United would like to congratulate Louie on signing a professional contract and we look forward to seeing his continued development.