Leeds United signs Nigerian youngster Leonard Ngenge from Remo Stars

English Premier League club Leeds United has announced the signing of young Nigerian defender Leonard Ngenge from Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions Remo Stars.

✍️ #LUFC Academy is pleased to announce the signing of Leonard Ngenge, who has penned a deal until the end of the 2026/27 season

— Leeds United Academy (@LUFCacad) January 20, 2026

​The West Yorkshire club confirmed Ngenge’s arrival on Tuesday. He joins the club’s academy on a deal running until the end of the 2026/27 season.

​The 18-year-old made seven appearances in all competitions this season for the “Sky Blue Stars” before making the switch to England.

Ngenge had only recently moved to Remo Stars from Ikorodu City at the start of the current campaign.

​The promising center-back was also part of Nigeria’s squad at the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. The defender featured twice for the home-based Super Eagles during the competition.