JACOB BURNS

Personal Stats
DOB: January 1978
Birthplace: Sydney
Height: 5'10"


Profile
Jacob Burns became the latest Australian addition to the Leeds squad when David O'Leary splashed out £250,000 to bring him from Sydney based club Parramatta Power in August 2000.
A left sided defender or midfielder, Burns grew up with United ace Harry Kewell and his switch to Elland Road sees the two re-united after Kewell left for England when he was 16 years old.
Burns was a member of the 1996 Australian Olympic squad and has also represented the Socceroos in 1999.
The 22 year old favours a role on the left of midfield, but is versatile and has played at the back and in attack.

Career Stats:

Squad No. 25

Position: Midfield

Date Signed: August 2000

Signed from: Parramatta Power

Transfer fee: £250,000

International Honours: Socceroos 1999, Olyroos 1996

Previous Clubs: Parramatta Power