Jonny Howson has signed a new, improved three-year deal to stay at Leeds until 2011.

The local lad turned in some superb performances during last season's promotion challenge and was made captain twice by Gary McAllister.

The 20-year-old's new deal will automatically be extended by a further year if Leeds are promoted next season..

McAllister said on the official club website: "We are all delighted. He is a player who has come through the Academy and is a local lad which is a big plus. He has a lot of potential and a lot of ammunition to develop his game and I am pleased I have got the opportunity to help his development."