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Ex-Newcastle United academy kid Dane Burlace makes Leeds United under-23 debut

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Leeds United have another player to keep a close eye on.

A general view of Elland Road during the Sky Bet Championship match between Leeds United and Fulham at Elland Road on December 13, 2014 in Leeds, England.

Leeds United teenager Dane Burlace marked himself out as a player to watch for the future with a debut for the club’s under-23 side.

At just 16, Burlace featured for the Whites in their 5-0 win over Notts County in the Premier League Cup.

Burlace is a talented right-back who signed a two-year scholarship deal with Leeds in February.

He was previously in Newcastle United’s academy and played for their under-14 side.

Now Burlace is ahead of schedule at Leeds, breaking into their impressive under-23 team.

The youngster was afforded a chance after Bryce Hosannah appeared to suffer another injury blow earlier this month.

General views of Elland Road before the Sky Bet Championship match between Leeds United and Aston Villa at Elland Road on December 03, 2016 in Leeds, England.

It’s unclear whether Leeds plan a regular under-23 role for Burlace, or this this was intended as a one off.

A strong performance and clean sheet for the Whites certainly works in his favour.

He is another bright prospect who Whites fans should be encouraged about.

A general view of Elland Road Stadium prior to kick off in the Sky Bet Championship League match between Leeds United and Bolton Wanderers, at Elland Road Stadium on March 5, 2016 in Leeds,...