Greg Leigh

Manchester City

Born in Sale, Greater Manchester, Leigh joined Manchester City Academy in 2004 at age nine, after he was spotted by scouts whilst playing for Sale United. Initially, he joined the club as a striker before converting into a left–back position and progressed through the youth ranks for the side. He was nominated for the 2012–13 Academy player of the season award. Leigh was included in Manchester City's squad for the 2014–15 pre-season friendly tour and appeared in several friendly matches. On 12 August 2014, it was announced that Leigh would join League One club Crewe Alexandra on loan, initially until January 2015, later extended to the end of the 2014–2015 season. Leigh made his professional debut in the League Cup against Barnsley on 12 August 2014; he started the match but was substituted by Jon Guthrie in the 62nd minute. He scored his first league goal, opening the scoring in a 2–0 win over Scunthorpe on 7 March 2015. This goal was voted the goal of the season for Crewe Alexandra by fans. After his loan spell at Crewe Alexandra ended, having made forty-two appearances in all competitions, Leigh was released by Manchester City. Crewe manager Steve Davis was keen to sign him on a permanent basis, but Leigh turned down the offer of a deal.

Bradford City

After Crewe Alexandra's attempts to sign him failed, Leigh went on trial at Bradford City. Following a successful trial, he signed a one-year deal on 6 August 2015. Leigh struggled to secure…

Leigh is eligible to represent England or Jamaica internationally. On 17 January 2013, Leigh was called up by England U19 for the first time. Weeks later on 5 February 2013, Leigh made his England U19 debut, playing 90 minutes, in a 3–1 win over Denmark U19. Leigh debuted with the Jamaica national team in a 3–0 friendly loss to Saudi Arabia on 14 November 2020.

Club

As of match played 8 November 2025

International

As of match played 18 November 2025

International goals

As of match played 23 March 2024 Jamaica score listed first, score column indicates score after each Leigh goal.

Ipswich Town

EFL League One second-place promotion: 2022–23 Oxford United

EFL League One play-offs: 2024 Jamaica

CONCACAF Nations League third place: 2024 Individual

EFL League One Player of the Month: September 2023