Alfie Cresswell, a promising defender, has committed to Leeds United on his first professional deal. The center back signed a three-year contract today, securing his future with the Championship team.
Last season, Cresswell made an impression for Rob Etherington’s Under-18 team in the league and was crucial to the team’s journey to the FA Youth Cup final. At the close of the 2023–2024 season, the 17-year-old made his debut for the U21s, assisting Scott Gardner’s team to victories over Derby County and Newcastle United in Premier League 2.
A statement from United read: “Everyone at Leeds United would like to congratulate Alfie on signing a professional contract with the club and we look forward to seeing his continued development at Thorp Arch.”
The promising defender Alfie Cresswell has signed a professional contract with Leeds United. Today, the center defender sealed his future with the Championship squad by agreeing to a three-year contract.
Rob Etherington’s Under-18 team saw success last season, and Cresswell was a key player in getting the team to the FA Youth Cup final. The 17-year-old made his Premier League 2 debut for the U21s at the end of the 2023–2024 season, helping Scott Gardner’s squad defeat Derby County and Newcastle United.
The statement read: “Everyone at Leeds United would like to congratulate Alfie on signing a professional contract with the club and we look forward to seeing his continued development at Thorp Arch.”
