Leeds United Sign Man Utd Youth Ibrovic-Fletcher

Leeds United secured a last-minute transfer coup on deadline day by agreeing to a permanent deal for 17-year-old attacking midfielder Edward Ibrovic-Fletcher from rivals Manchester United, bolstering their youth academy amid a challenging Premier League campaign.

The move, confirmed by multiple reports, sees Ibrovic-Fletcher return to his hometown club after signing scholarship terms with Manchester United last year. Born in Leeds, the Serbia Under-19 international joined the Red Devils from Sheffield United's youth setup and had featured in seven Premier League Under-18 matches this season, starting twice. However, he has not appeared in United's last six league games for the age group or in recent FA Youth Cup victories against Peterborough and Derby County, signaling a shift in his development path. At Elland Road, Ibrovic-Fletcher is expected to link up with Leeds' academy at Thorp Arch, where he will sign his first professional contract. Versatile enough to play as a creative No. 10 or striker, the teenager's arrival is viewed as a strategic acquisition for Leeds, potentially offering long-term value without significant upfront cost.

The transfer underscores the competitive...