Louie Philpott's professional signing

Left-back Louie Philpott has signed his first professional contract with Leeds United, a two-year deal keeping him at the Thorp Arch academy until 2028. He broke into the Under-21s squad late last season, scoring against Manchester United's Under-21s, and has made five appearances for Scott Gardner's side this term, including National League Cup minutes against Boreham Wood.