Leeds United announce 'class of 2026' as 12 youngsters sign two-year deals

Leeds United have announced their class of 2026 through 12 players earning scholarships with the club’s Academy and signing new deals.

The class of 26 is made up of Liam Balmer, George Banks, Oliver Bennett, Marley Hazell-Schofield, Owen Heywood, Oluwatobi Johnson, Alex Massey, Kai Morrall, Marlon Mensah, Thomas Stockton, Alfie Walker and Joshua Woolfrey, all of whom have signed two-year deals.

A Leeds United statement read: “Extending their journey with the Whites, the exciting talents will study a BTEC Diploma to help with their progress off the pitch, alongside undertaking a variety of important educational programmes.

“Everyone at Leeds United would like to congratulate our 2026 Scholars intake and we look forward to seeing their continued development at Thorp Arch.”