Leeds confirm Garbutt exit

08 July 2009 17:45
Leeds United have confirmed teenage full-back Luke Garbutt has joined Premier League side Everton. Garbutt claimed last week that he was heading to Goodison Park after turning down an offer to stay at Leeds. The 16-year-old's exit from Elland Road has now been confirmed, with the Whites disappointed to lose the England Under 17 international. A statement on the club's official website said: "Leeds United made the player an exceptional offer to join the club initially as a scholar and then as a professional player. "We're disappointed that the player chose to join Everton. "Leeds United are entitled to compensation and will also look into the circumstances surrounding his move."

Source: SKY_Sports