Former Leeds United star Archie Gray has an incredibly high ceiling and at just 18, he’s making his status known.
It was unfortunate to see Gray only experience one season with the first team at Elland Road, but the 18-year-old showed why he’s destined for the top.
The young prodigy continues to excel with Tottenham after Gray impressed against Man City.
Leeds fans will be in awe of the youngster’s development as it was no doubt a risky move to jump to Spurs for £40m.
Well, he’s proving why it’s all worth it as Gray has now emulated some brilliant talents in the footballing world.
Former Leeds United star Archie Gray wins prestigious award
After making the move from Yorkshire in the summer, it was certainly a big step to leave his boyhood club.
It’s not been a glowing season for the 18-year-old who has had to take on the task of playing at centre-back for Spurs instead of his traditional position of midfield.
Nevertheless, Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou loves Gray, and he’ll be incredibly proud after what the former Leeds player has just done.
Gray won the Young Player of the Year at the London Football Awards on Thursday night, and Leeds fans will be beaming at this accomplishment.
No doubt Daniel Farke sent Gray a heartfelt message, as the Whites boss will miss his former gem.
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Former Leeds star Gray emulates Declan Rice and other greats with award
If his potential didn’t speak volumes, now Gray’s name is associated with some fantastic names who have scooped up this feat.
The likes of Dele Alli, Harry Kane, and Declan Rice have won the award, and at just 18, this remarkable talent continues a glittering start to his career.
Farke was unhappy Leeds sold Gray, and the 49ers may be kicking themselves, as the Whites academy graduate will be worth more than double the fee they sold him for in a few years time.
It’s the first of what could be many awards in waiting for this special talent who is Leeds through and through.
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