A sensational 4-0 victory over West Brom brought Leeds United back on track after a dismal midweek defeat to QPR. Marcelo Bielsa, the iconic Argentine is doing wonder despite limitations and has re-established Leeds as a potential destination for football’s rising stars. He has banked on the academy prospects to deal with injury casualties, and the game-time the youngsters are having under him is indeed encouraging for their future.
The Whites, meanwhile, has handed Niall Huggins his first professional contract after the player made significant strides in the youth ranks. Ex-Leeds star Ian Harte, now a high-profile football agent, has confirmed the same via Twitter.
Massive congratulations to @Niall_Huggins on getting offered a pro contract at @LUFC delighted for you mate! Hard work pays off ?
— Ian Harte (@ianharte23) March 1, 2019
Harte represents a host of youngsters including Jack Clarke. Although it is still unclear whether Huggins is also a client of the former Republic of Ireland international, the recognition from Harte implies how highly rated the Wales centre-forward is at the youth level.
The 18-year-old striking sensation acknowledged the fact in Harte’s tweet.
Cheers Ian ?
— Niall Huggins (@Niall_Huggins) March 1, 2019
The news, understandably, has delighted the supporters who expressed their happiness via social media.
Brilliant news … thoroughly deserved
— Andrew Christy (@Andyandrach) March 1, 2019
Fantastic buddy….????
— Ellis Thornton (@EllisThornton25) March 1, 2019
Well done @Niall_Huggins on your first professional contract! Well deserved in what has been an outstanding season for #lufc u18s both individually and as a teamhttps://t.co/KNY0alkATn
— Lufcyouth (@leedsutdacademy) March 1, 2019
Just wanted to say a massive well done to @Niall_Huggins for his pro contract with @LUFC! Hard work and dedication does pay off, just like we told him @fulfordschoolPE Well done Niall?
— James Shutt (@SuperShutt) March 1, 2019
Many, however, are not aware of the player yet and expressed the curiosity of knowing him furthermore.
Wheres Nialls best position.?
— Gerry Mc Dermott (@gerrymcdermotya) March 2, 2019
Huggins, nevertheless, holds all attributes to make his name in the near future but, at the same time, should stay focused and humbled and keep on continuing the hard work that earned him the initial fame and a platform to prove his talent at a very top level.
