Official: Nigerian defender Leonard Ngenge joins Leeds United

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Leeds United have confirmed the signing of Nigerian defender Leonard Ngenge.

The Whites secured Ngenge from Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions Remo Stars.

The 18-year-old has signed a contract running until the end of the 2026/27 season.

The centre-back joined Remo Stars from Ikorodu City at the beginning of the season.

Ngenge featured in seven matches across all competitions for the Sky Blue Stars before completing the move.

He was also part of Nigeria’s squad for the 2024 African Nations Championship, co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, and made two appearances for the home-based Super Eagles during the tournament.