Leeds United have confirmed that Cody Drameh has permanently left the club after rejecting a new contract offer, with his next move expected to be to Hull City. Drameh’s contract expired at the end of June, and despite Leeds offering a fresh deal, the 22-year-old defender decided to seek regular playing time elsewhere, having been loaned to three different clubs in the past two and a half years.

Reports emerged on Tuesday morning that Drameh had agreed to join Hull City, with medical tests scheduled for the same day. Leeds confirmed his departure later that evening, stating: “Leeds United can confirm Cody Drameh has accepted terms with another club, after his contract expired at Elland Road. The defender joined the Whites in 2021 and made 10 appearances in the first team during that time, across all competitions. We would like to wish Cody well for his future career.”

Due to Drameh’s age and the fact that a new contract was offered, Leeds will be entitled to training compensation. The amount can either be agreed upon between the two clubs or determined by a tribunal.

Drameh joined Leeds from Fulham in 2020 for a six-figure fee, but struggled to find regular playing time, making just 10 senior appearances in four years.