Leeds United has announced the signing of central defender Louis Enahoro-Marcus, who has joined the club’s academy on a two-year contract until June 2027. The 18-year-old defender was released from his contract at Liverpool at the end of the 2024-25 campaign, after almost a decade with the Reds.
Enahoro-Marcus is eligible to represent both Nigeria and England at the national level, although he remains uncapped for both countries. The Benin City-born defender has expressed his interest in representing Nigeria’s national teams and is targeting a call-up to the Flying Eagles ahead of the FIFA U20 World Cup.
FIFA U20 World Cup is coming up in Chile, and Louis Enahoro-Marcus is hoping that the coach and NFF will give him a call up. U20 World Cup will be a good starting point for him. It remains to be seen if he will be looked into.
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Enahoro-Marcus is a defender who showcases his strength and ability through aerial dominance and a strong reading of the game, allowing him to impose himself across various match situations. Last season, he started 16 games in the U18 Premier League, scoring once in a 2-2 draw against Leeds United in September 2024.
Enahoro-Marcus will join 19-year-old Nigerian defender James Debayo in the Leeds United youth setup. Debayo was recently offered a new contract at Elland Road ahead of the upcoming season.
Leeds United has announced the signing of central defender Louis Enahoro-Marcus.
The addition of Enahoro-Marcus to the Leeds United academy is expected to strengthen the team’s defensive options and provide opportunities for young players to develop their skills.
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Louis Enahoro-Marcus’s move to Leeds United marks an exciting new chapter in his career. With his defensive skills and eligibility to represent Nigeria, he has the potential to make a significant impact in the football world. As he settles into his new role at Leeds United, fans will be eager to see him in action and assess his progress.
