Jonny Howson returns to Leeds United in academy player-coach role
He's set to join the Academy to assist the Under-21s side
Midfielder Jonny Howson had returned to Elland Road in a new player-coach role for the Whites' academy.
The 37 year old, who departed his boyhood club for Norwich in 2012, moves from Middlesbrough to assist Scott Gardner’s Under-21s side.
The Morley-born player has made over 750 professional appearances in all competitions.
Whites say the move is part of a 'wider strategy' to develop the academy setup at the now Premier League team, with a view to ensure young talent finds its place in the first team.
Speaking to the Leeds United website, Howson said: “Once I heard about the opportunity and with what this club means to me, it was something I was really excited about.
"I grew up with Scott in the academy and he has played a big part in me coming back.
“I feel I can really offer something to the group as I have been where they are now and I am definitely a bit biased, but we all want to see academy players progressing through this club.
"So if I can help off the pitch, or on it when required, then it is something I am really excited about and I can’t wait to get going.”