Sean McGurk becomes Leeds United's fourth summer signing

LEEDS UNITED have completed the signing of Wigan Athletic attacking midfielder Sean McGurk for an undisclosed fee.

By Leon Wobschall

Published 8th Jul 2021, 11:27 BST

Updated 8th Jul 2021, 16:13 BST

The 18-year-old - subject of an enquiry from Leeds in January - has agreed a three-year deal with United, who brought former Latics player Joe Gelhardt to the club last August for a £1m fee.

McGurk helped Wigan under-18s to the Professional Development League National championship last season as the north-west side secured back-to-back titles. The teenager hit 13 goals in the process.

The talented schemer also caught the eye in the club's 2019-20 FA Youth Cup run in scoring against Birmingham City and Manchester United.

The Liverpool-born player will link up with Mark Jackson's under-23 side, who will play in the Premier League 2 Division 1 next season.

Wigan Athletic Joe Gelhardt Manchester United Birmingham City

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