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Football Spy: LEEDS KID IS FAB FOR pounds 4M DEAL.


Byline: By LEE WEST

SUNDERLAND and West Brom are leading the chase to sign Leeds' new teenage sensation Fabian Delph Fabian Delph (born 5 May 1991) is an English footballer who currently plays for Leeds United. Delph was given his debut at Leeds as a substitute in the final match of the 2006-07 season against Derby County on the 6 May 2007. .

The midfielder has emerged as one of the brightest prospects outside the top flight after Gary McAllister (right) gave him his first-team chance.

The England Under-19 international, who signed a new long-term deal at the start of this season, is being tipped for full honours.

Leeds could demand up to pounds 4million for one of their prize assets.

Meanwhile, Leeds may ask Sheffield United to pay pounds 200,000 if the Championship club's compensation claim over the Carlos Tevez affair is upheld. A clause in the Rob Hulse transfer stipulated Leeds would get the cash if the Blades stayed in the top flight.

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TARGET Leeds starlet star·let  
n.
1. A small star.

2. A young film actress publicized as a future star.


starlet
Noun

a young actress who has the potential to become a star

Noun 1.
 Delph n. 1. Delftware.
Five nothings in five plates of delph.
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1. (Hydraul. Engin.) The drain on the land side of a sea embankment.
 
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Title Annotation:Sport
Publication:The Mirror (London, England)
Date:Oct 14, 2008
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