Leeds United are in the process of tying down a number of promising academy stars.
Leeds United academy goalkeeper Oliver Wood has signed his first professional contract with the club.
Wood has put pen to paper on a two-year deal having featured regularly at Under-18 level last season. The 17-year-old made 10 U18 Premier League appearances for Rob Etherington’s side, featuring twice in the FA Youth Cup where he kept one clean sheet in a 1-0 win against Bristol City in December.
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A club statement said: “Leeds United are pleased to announce Academy goalkeeper Oliver Wood has signed a first professional contract with the club. The 17-year-old has put pen to paper on a two-year deal which will see him continue his development at Thorp Arch.
“Last campaign, the stopper enjoyed several impressive performances for Rob Etherington’s Under-18s side, where he featured on 12 occasions. The youngster also gained important experience when involved in the U21s squad on a matchday, notably on the bench for the Vertu Trophy meeting with Sky Bet League Two side Fleetwood Town.
“Everyone at Leeds United would like to congratulate Oliver and we will continue to monitor his progress closely in the coming seasons.”
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