Leeds United confirm striker exit and sell-on clause info as youngster seals permanent transfer - YEP 19/1/23

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Leeds United forward Max Dean has completed a permanent move to League One side Milton Keynes Dons

Joe Donnohue

The 18-year-old striker departs Elland Road without a senior appearance but is highly-regarded among players and staff at Thorp Arch for his work-rate and talent in the final third. Dean has been a regular for the Under-21s over the past two seasons, playing the vast majority of his football under the stewardship of Mark Jackson who has swooped to sign the Ormskirk-born goal-getter in his first window as MK Dons boss.

Jackson left Elland Road less than a month ago, to take his first steps into senior management, while this move will also provide Dean with his first taste of men’s football.

Leeds United released a statement on Thursday evening which read: “Leeds United forward Max Dean has today joined Sky Bet League One side Milton Keynes Dons in a permanent transfer.

“The 18-year-old, who has been a regular for the Under-21s over the past two seasons, departs the Whites without having made a senior appearance.

“We would like to thank Max for his efforts and outstanding attitude during his time at the club and we wish him the best of luck for the future.”

MK Dons are currently in the relegation zone in England’s third tier, averaging less than a goal per game in their league fixtures. Dean’s acquisition will add hunger and desire to their forward ranks, as well as a player familiar with the style of football Jackson aims to play at stadium:mk.

Dean tweeted the following after his move had been confirmed: “I would like to thank everybody at leeds united the staff, players, and amazing fans with the club all the best for the future.”

Leeds have also inserted a sell-on clause in the deal which takes Dean to Buckinghamshire, meaning the club will receive a portion of any transfer fee the Dons recoup if he is sold in future.

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