Jonathan Woodgate had already helped Leeds to win the FA Youth Cup in 1997 before he made his first team debut in October the following year. He would prove a consistent and impressive performer for the Whites during a time when the club competed in the UEFA Cup, Champions League and regularly finished towards the top of the Premier League. Enjoy these photo memories of a defender who were forever be held in the highest of regard by a generation of the Elland Road faithful. READ MORE: 16 of the most iconic Leeds United photos of all time
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Jonny Woodgate battles with West Ham United striker Paulo Wanchope during the FA Carling Premiership clash at Elland Road in October 1999. The Whites won 1-0. Photo: Getty
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Jonny Woodgate challenges Southampton's Marian Pahars during the FA Carling Premiership match at Elland Road in October 1999. Leeds won 1-0. Photo: Getty
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Leicester City striker Tony Cottee slides past Jonny Woodgate during the Worthington Cup fourth round clash at Filbert Street in December 1999. Leeds won 6-0. Photo: Getty
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Manchester City's Paul Dickov tussles with Jonny Woodgate during the FA Cup fourth round clash at Maine Road in January 2000. Photo: Getty
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Jonny Woodgate stretches for the ball during the FA Cup fifth round clash against Aston Villa at Villa Park in January 2000. Leeds were edged out 3-2. Photo: Getty
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Jonny Woodgate holds on to Everton's Duncan Ferguson during the FA Carling Premiership clash at Elland Road in August 2000. Photo: Getty