Breaking: Leeds teenager ignores Premiership suitors and signs new deal.
Published Date:
05 September 2008
Teenage midfielder Fabian Delph has signed a new four year deal at Elland Road.
Several Premier League clubs including Newcastle United and Everton wanted to sign the 17-year-old but manager Gary McAllister said: "The club is moving forward now. We recognise producing our own is one way to do that, and he is a fantastic product of the Academy. There have been some big clubs asking about his availability but this has sent out a message."
Delph said: "As soon as I was offered the contract I signed. I owe everything to this club. It's where I learnt my trade and where I've grown up.
"I am absolutely delighted. This is the club I want to play for and want to be at. A lot of managers have helped me out. Gary McAllister is always talking to me and giving me pointers. He was a great player and its great to play under him."
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Last Updated:
05 September 2008 7:19 PM
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