English Championship side, Hull City, have unveiled their new Malawian signing, Henri Kumwenda.

Kumwenda joined the Tiger on a free transfer from Leeds under-18 team.

The forward spent seven seasons in the youth ranks of Leeds while on a scholarship.

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However, he was not offered a professional contract by Leeds United who is currently playing in the Premier League.

Hull City in a statement on its official website said the club have the option of another one year.

“Hull City are also delighted to announce that forward Henri Kumwenda has signed a one-year deal, with the club holding the option of a further year,” the club’s website reads.

“The 18-year old Malawian signs for the Tigers following a stint with Leeds United’s Academy and will link up with Andy Dawson and Richard Naylor’s under-23s for the remainder of the 2020/21 season.”

Hull have also signed their academy graduate, defender Jake Leake, on his first professional contract whereas Harry Wood has extended his contract by a year.