A young midfielder has signed his first professional Leeds United contract after a a recent Whites under-21s debut.

Young midfielder Loui Whitehead has signed his first professional contract with Leeds United following his recent debut for the club’s under-21s.

Whitehead, 17, made his debut for Scott Gardner’s under-21s side last season as part of a campaign that featured 29 appearances in all competitions for either the 18s or 21s.

Five of those appearances came for the club’s under-21s and Whitehead has now signed his first professional contract with Leeds, penning terms on a two-year deal.

A Leeds United statement read: “Leeds United are pleased to announce Academy midfielder Loui Whitehead has signed a first professional contract with the club.

“The 17-year-old will continue his development at Thorp Arch until 2028 after penning a two-year deal with the Whites.

“Last campaign, Whitehead made 29 appearances in all competitions which included a debut and four further outings for Scott Gardner’s Under-21s side.

“The central midfielder picked up valuable experience in Premier League International Cup ties with Athletic Club B and RSC Anderlecht Futures as well as starts in the Premier League 2 against Liverpool and Arsenal.

“Everyone at Leeds United would like congratulate Loui and we look forward to seeing his continued development at the club.”