Luke Young

English footballer and defender

Luke Young - English footballer and defender
Born

July 19th, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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Professional career spanned over a decade, playing primarily as a defender. Started at the youth level with the youth team before progressing to the senior squad. Played for clubs including Chelsea, Luton Town, and Ipswich Town in the English leagues. Earned recognition in the Premier League and made significant contributions to each team. Achieved promotion to the Premier League with various clubs. Represented the England national team at the Under-21 level.

Played for Chelsea and Luton Town

Achieved Premier League promotion

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