Harry Leonard (footballer, born 2003) explained

Harry Leonard
Full Name:Harry Paul Leonard
Birth Date:12 September 2003
Birth Place:Rochdale, England
Height:1.85 m
Position:Forward
Currentclub:Blackburn Rovers
Clubnumber:20
Youthyears1:2013–2023
Youthclubs1:Blackburn Rovers
Years1:2023–
Clubs1:Blackburn Rovers
Caps1:23
Goals1:3
Club-Update:10:11, 5 May 2024 (UTC)

Harry Paul Leonard (born 12 September 2003) is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for side Blackburn Rovers.

Career

A youth product of Blackburn Rovers since the age of 9, Leonard signed his first professional contract with the club on 8 December 2021 until 2025.[1] He worked his way up through their youth categories, and after a prolific stint with their U23s in 2022 started training with the senior team in January 2023.[2] He made his senior and professional debut with Blackburn Rovers in a 2–2 EFL Championship tie with Huddersfield Town on 10 April 2023.[3]

Playing style

Leonard is a marksman with an impressive eye for goal, with intricate movement and hold-up play. He is excellent at holding possession and playing with his back towards the goal. He does a lot of unselfish work and is technically efficient.[1]

Career statistics

Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
ClubSeasonLeagueFA CupLeague CupOtherTotal
DivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals
Blackburn Rovers2022–23Championship4000000040
2023–24Championship193112000224
Total233112000264
Career total233112000264
Notes

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Rovers fans should be excited as Harry Leonard signs his first pro deal. Jaquob. Crooke. 9 December 2021. LancsLive.
  2. Web site: 'Potential' - Tomasson following Harry Leonard development closely. Lancashire Telegraph.
  3. Web site: Harry Leonard deserved his Blackburn Rovers chance says Tomasson. Elliott. Jackson. George. Hodgson. 11 April 2023. LancsLive.