Leeds United captain Ethan Ampadu extends contract

Leeds United captain Ethan Ampadu has signed a new four-year contract with the club, committing his future until at least the summer of 2030. The 25-year-old Wales international, who joined Leeds from Chelsea in 2023, was a pivotal figure in the club's promotion from the Championship and its subsequent retention of Premier League status last season.

Club chairman Paraag Marathe confirmed the agreement, stating that Ampadu has signed an extension and is now secured for the next four years. Marathe described the midfielder as instrumental to the team's success and a true leader both on and off the pitch. He emphasized that securing the captain's future was an important first step for the club's planning ahead of the upcoming transfer window.

Ampadu expressed his delight at finalizing the deal, saying it was very exciting and that he was pleased to have it sorted. He stated that his mind was made up about wanting to remain at Leeds and that the focus now is on building upon the positive momentum of the last two years. He reflected on the club's achievement of promotion and then securing a 14th-place finish in the Premier League, describing the latter as massive.