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Charlie Cresswell reflects on career-changing decision to leave Leeds United

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 11:06 AM

Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Charlie Cresswell reflects on career-changing decision to leave Leeds United

Summary

Charlie Cresswell, 24, discussed his significant decision to leave Leeds United for a new challenge in France during an interview with Get French Football News. Cresswell, who joined Toulouse FC in 2024 and has since moved to Stade Rennais, emphasized the importance of playing in Europe and the expectations associated with it. He stated that he needed to leave Leeds, where he had been a fan and player since childhood, to gain valuable playing experience. Cresswell is set to face Juventus in the UEFA Europa League tonight.

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•Cresswell left Leeds United for Toulouse FC in 2024.
•He joined Stade Rennais this summer after two seasons with Toulouse.
•Cresswell aims to improve his game while competing in Europe.
•He faces Juventus in the UEFA Europa League tonight.
•Cresswell had opportunities to return to England but chose Rennes.

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11:06 AMYahoo Sports — INTERVIEW | Charlie Cresswell describes decision to leave Leeds United as ‘biggest’ of his career

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Back in 2024, Charlie Cresswell (24) made the decision to leave formative club Leeds United in order to embark on a new adventure in France. Speaking to Get French Football News, the former England yo...
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