Carlisle United signs defender Leo Duru to one-year contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 5:34 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Carlisle United has signed defender Leo Duru on a one-year deal, with an option for an additional year. Duru, previously released by Blackburn Rovers, had a trial with Carlisle before securing the contract. Last season, he made two substitute appearances during a loan at San Diego FC in Major League Soccer. Carlisle's boss Rob Elliot praised Duru's performance in training and games, highlighting his defensive skills and attacking threat.
- •Carlisle United signs Leo Duru from Blackburn Rovers.
- •Contract duration is one year, with an option for a second.
- •Duru made two MLS appearances with San Diego FC last year.
- •Rob Elliot commended Duru’s energy and skill on the field.
- •Duru has also played on loan at Barrow.
- 5:34 PMYahoo Sports — Carlisle sign defender Duru on one-year deal
"Carlisle United sign former Blackburn defender Leo Duru on a one-year contract, with the option of a further year.
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