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Declan Carr

Sun 10 May 2026 16:10, UK

Leo Black is set to leave Tottenham Hotspur in the summer when his contract expires.

The 20-year-old played 83 times for Spurs’ youth ranks, starting 41 matches, with four goals and six assists in that time.

He signed a professional contract in March 2024 after starring for the Under-18s on a regular basis, but it appears that his time in North London is coming to an end.

The 2006-born star is capable of playing in midfielder or as an inverted right-back, but it looks as though he will not get his chance in the first team.

Tottenham have plenty of academy stars, and they can’t give senior opportunities to everyone.

What has been heard about Black’s future at Tottenham?

John Wenham has heard that Black will not be retained by Tottenham when his deal expires at the end of the season.

Speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, he said: “From what I’m hearing, Leo Black is going to be released this summer, but good for his confidence and good to help him pick up another club [getting a goal last time out].

“His contract is certainly up, and from what I was told, he hasn’t been retained.”

Tottenham need to ensure pathway for their youngsters

Tottenham need to do more to ensure that their most talented youngsters get opportunities in the senior side.

At the moment, there is a lack of identity at the club, and those who come through at Hotspur Way face a tough battle to get into the team.

Roberto De Zerbi and his staff must ensure that there are genuine chances for the likes of Mikey Moore, Will Lankshear and Alfie Devine to make a breakthrough into the side, rather than spending fortunes on flops who don’t work out.

It seems like Black will not be given his opportunity, but hopefully, he can bounce back and find success elsewhere, and he will have the backing of everyone who follows the academy in his new adventures due to his commitment to the Lilywhites through the years.

He was once very highly-rated in N17, so it is a shame that is has all shaken up this way and he is set to depart, but if there is one silver lining, he should not struggle to find a new club at a decent level.