YOUNG Defender Coming To Morton On Loan

2 February, 2026 | Local

MORTON have signed young defender Reuben Lopata-White from Leeds United on a loan deal until the end of the season.

A product of the Leeds United Youth Academy, the 20-year-old has played for their Under-18s and Under-21s sides in recent years, earning him his first professional contract with the English Premier League side in July 2024.

Reuben was also part of the Leeds United academy team that reached the final of the FA Youth Cup in 2024.

Morton manager Ian Murray said: “I am delighted to get this deal over the line and welcome Reuben to the club. He is an extremely promising young defender who will provide crucial depth and competition to the defence as we head into an important part of the season.”

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