Fabian Delph was a prized asset who to a generation of the Elland Road faithful was sold too soon. The midfielder only played one full season for Leeds United before being sold to Aston Villa for £6 million. The academy product made 56 appearances in total for the club scoring six goals. He contribution during the 2008/09 season helped him to win the young player of the year in the end of season Football League Awards. He also won Leeds United's own young player of the season award as well as goal of the season, for his strike against Brighton. READ MORE: 16 of the most iconic Leeds United photos of all time LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
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Fabian Delph replaces Robbie Blake to make his Leeds United debut against Derby County at Pride Park in August 2007. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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Fabian Delph tracks Chester City's Damien Mozika during the Carling Cup first round clash at the Deva Stadium in August 2008. Photo: Getty
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Fabian Delph on the attack against Crewe Alexandra at Elland Road in September 2008. He scored in a 5-2 win. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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Fabian Delph fires home against Walsall at Elland Road in October 2008. He bagged a brace in a 3-0 win. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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Fabian Delph celebrates scoring against Hartlepool United at Elland Road in November 2008. The Whites won 4-1. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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Fabian Delph battles for the ball with Northampton Town's Giles Coke during the FA Cup first round clash at Elland Road in November 2008. Photo: Getty