Leeds United have signed Perth Glory academy star Robbie Cook, the EFL Championship side announced.
The “highly rated and much-sought-after” teenage goalkeeper has signed a two-and-a-half-year professional contract with Leeds until 2027 as he prepares to link up with the academy.
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A youth international for Australia at Under-17 and Under-20 level, the 18-year-old leaves the Glory without making a senior appearance, though he was twice named in the Isuzu UTE A-League matchday squad last season, while he as among the substitutes in a 2023 Australia Cup fixture.
“Everyone at Leeds United would like to welcome Robbie to the club and we look forward to seeing his future development,” Leeds said in a statement.
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Leeds have a rich history with Australian players following the success of Subway Socceroos legends Mark Viduka and Harry Kewell.
Former Melbourne City and Melbourne Victory boss Patrick Kisnorbo, Neil Kilkenny, Hayden Foxe, Paul Okon, Shane Lowry, Joel Griffiths, Jacob Burns and Jamie McMaster all played for the senior side.
