Ex-Leeds man forced to retire at 21 due to rare health issue as Archie Gray sends message to former teammate
Spencer spent five years at Elland Road, featuring for both the under-18 and under-21 sides during his time with the club.
However, he has been forced to hang up his boots due to a ‘cardiac problem’.
Sharing a series of snaps from his career to Instagram, Spencer wrote: “Heartbroken to be saying this. I will be retiring from professional football due to a cardiac problem I can’t carry on with.
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Ex-Leeds man forced to retire at 21 due to rare health issue as Archie Gray sends message to former teammate
Ciaran Wiseman, Journalist
Published: 16:21, 30 Mar 2025Updated: 16:21, 30 Mar 2025
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Former Leeds academy starlet Morten Spencer has been forced to retire aged just 21.
The midfielder announced the news in an emotional social media post due to a rare health issue.
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Spencer spent five years at Elland Road after joining from Sunderland
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Spencer spent five years at Elland Road after joining from SunderlandCredit: Rex Features
Spencer spent five years at Elland Road, featuring for both the under-18 and under-21 sides during his time with the club.
However, he has been forced to hang up his boots due to a ‘cardiac problem’.
Sharing a series of snaps from his career to Instagram, Spencer wrote: “Heartbroken to be saying this. I will be retiring from professional football due to a cardiac problem I can’t carry on with.
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“All I’ve ever known is to kick a ball and I have learnt everything from the game. I’m thankful and proud of what I have achieved.
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“I will never forget the memories I have and have created along an amazing journey.
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“Football is in my DNA and I will continue to support everyone who helped me along the way.
“I want to thank everyone who has stuck with me during this tough period and everyone who has hel
ped me during my career.”Tottenham’s Archie Gray wrote: “All the best mate,” as he showed his support for his friend.
Spencer and Gray featured together 13 times for Leeds’ under-18 and under-21 teams
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