Jayden Lienou is a promising young footballer who Leeds United have signed from Manchester City.
Leeds United are working hard in the summer transfer window to get Daniel Farke’s squad into fighting shape for the tough Premier League survival battle to come.
Over £30m has been spent so far to sign Lukas Nmecha, Jaka Bijol, Sebastiaan Bornauw and Gabriel Gudmundsson, though a roadblock has been put in the way of the expected arrival of Sean Longstaff.
However, it’s not just senior stars that Leeds are looking to recruit this summer, as the club is also working to snap up prospects for the future.
Although Harry Gray and other exciting youngsters have signed scholarships with Leeds, several youngsters have been released this summer.
Scott Gardner needs reinforcements in his squad and Leeds have signed Louis Enahoro-Marcus from Liverpool on a free.
In addition, they have now signed Manchester City starlet Jayden Lienou.
Here’s what you need to know about him.
Jayden Lienou dribbles with the ball in a Manchester City u17 match vs Ajax.
Photo by ANP via Getty Images
Who is Jayden Lienou?
Lienou was recruited by Manchester City in 2024 after spending the early years of his fledgling career in the Everton academy.
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Lienou is a ‘pacey, marauding’ full-back and City’s official website describes him as a: “Technically talented and capable of keeping up with the speed and attacking qualities needed of a full-back.
“Lienou is also a strong defender who supports his defensive teammates. “
Lienou was a regular for City’s Under-18s in his only season at the club, helping them win the league title.
How old is Jayden Lienou?
Lienou was born in Wigan, Greater Manchester, England, on April 8, 2008. As of July 2025, he is just 17 years old.
Despite being born in England, Lienou has represented Wales internationally.
Jayden Lienou stats
Though he was a regular for Manchester City’s Under-18s last season, there are no club stats available for Lienou.
There is, however, information on his international exploits.
Team Games Goals Assists Yellow cards Red cards
Wales U15s 4 0 1 1 0
Wales U16s 7 2 0 0 1
Wales U17s 1 0 0 0 0
Wales U18s 1 0 0 1 0
Wales U19s 1 0 0 0 0
Jayden Lienou Instagram account
Jayden Lienou has an official Instagram account with 3.5k followers, a figure that is bound to grow after signing for Leeds.
You can find him @jaydenlienou.
Jayden Lienou to Leeds United transfer
Leeds United announced the signing of Lienou on Thursday, July 10, 2025.
The left-back put pen to paper on a three-year deal, keeping him at the club until 2028.
It’s reported that Leeds have paid around £500k to sign Lienou.
In a statement, Leeds said: “Leeds United are pleased to announce the signing of Jayden Lienou, who joins the club’s Academy from Manchester City.
“Everyone at Leeds United would like to welcome Jayden to the club and we look forward to seeing his development at Thorp Arch.”