Leeds United man makes sudden exit as on-loan defender returns early to Tottenham Hotspur
On-loan Leeds United defender Djed Spence has returned to parent club Tottenham Hotspur, ending his season-long stay at Elland Road prematurely.
Spence joined Daniel Farke's side towards the end of August on a season-long loan deal from the Premier League club, but will play no further part in Leeds' promotion bid after returning to North London.
The 23-year-old made his Leeds debut shortly after his arrival against Sheffield Wednesday but subsequently picked up a knee injury which kept him out of action for two months. His time at Elland Road comes to an end after just seven appearances.
Leeds released an official statement on Thursday evening which read: "Leeds United can confirm Djed Spence has returned to Tottenham Hotspur, bringing his loan spell with the club to an end.
"Spence made seven appearances whilst with the Whites after joining in the summer transfer window.
"We would like to thank Djed for his efforts whilst at Elland Road and we wish him well for his future career."
Leeds are understood to have exercised the recall option in Spence's loan agreement. Manager Daniel Farke is expected to explain the club's decision in greater detail during his pre-match press conference on Friday afternoon.