Leeds United have confirmed the signing of 18-year-old Australian goalkeeper Robbie Cook from Perth Glory on a two-and-a-half-year deal. Cook, who has represented Australia at both the under-17 and under-20 levels, will join the Leeds academy immediately. The club faced competition for Cook's signature, with reports linking him to Manchester United and Sunderland.
Leeds United have announced the signing of Australia under-20 goalkeeper Robbie Cook from native club Perth Glory on a two-and-a-half year professional deal.
It is understood that Leeds were not the only domestic club interested in Cook and had competition for his signature. Reports elsewhere had linked Manchester United and Sunderland with the teenager. “The highly rated and much-sought-after 18-year-old arrives in West Yorkshire after progressing through the ranks with A-League outfit Perth and will now immediately link up with the Academy at Thorp Arch.
“Everyone at Leeds United would like to welcome Robbie to the club and we look forward to seeing his future development.”
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