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Dylan James Christopher Levitt (born 17 November 2000) is a Welsh professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for League One club Leyton Orient and the Wales national team.
Key Information
Levitt is a graduate of the Manchester United youth system. He made his senior debut in a UEFA Europa League match in November 2019, which was his only first-team appearance for Manchester United. He spent time on loan at Charlton Athletic, Croatian club Istra 1961 and Scottish club Dundee United. He left Manchester United in July 2022 and joined Dundee United on a permanent deal. Levitt moved to Hibernian a year later.
Levitt represented Wales at several youth levels, before making his senior international debut in a UEFA Nations League game against Finland in September 2020. He was selected for the Wales squads that played in UEFA Euro 2020 and the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Club career
[edit]Manchester United
[edit]Levitt joined the Manchester United youth system at the age of eight and signed his first professional contract with the club in April 2018.[3] In November 2019, he signed a new contract with the club until June 2022.[4] He made his senior debut with United in a UEFA Europa League match against Astana on 28 November 2019.[5]
On 8 September 2020, Levitt was sent on a season-long loan to Charlton Athletic.[6] On 8 January 2021, it was reported that Levitt's loan at Charlton Athletic had been cut short after he made only five first-team appearances at the League One club.[7]
On 15 February 2021, Levitt joined Prva HNL side Istra 1961 on loan for the remainder of the 2020–21 season.[8] On 14 April, he was unexpectedly given a chance by coach Danijel Jumić in the Croatian Cup semi-final against Rijeka, being named in the starting lineup. He played until 64th minute when he was replaced by Dino Halilović, as Istra managed to pull off an upset 3–2 win and qualify for the final.[9]
Dundee United
[edit]On 20 August 2021, Levitt joined Scottish Premiership club Dundee United on a season-long loan.[10] After scoring six goals in 29 league and cup appearances for the Tangerines, including an extra-time winner against Kilmarnock in the fourth round of the 2021–22 Scottish Cup,[11] and three in the final five league matches to help Dundee United qualify for European football, Levitt was voted the fans' player of the year.[12]
Levitt then joined Dundee United on a two-year deal in July 2022,[13][14][15] and later extended this contract by one year. United were relegated from the Premiership after the 2022–23 season, and in July 2023 the club accepted an offer of around £300,000 for him from Hibernian.[16][17]
Hibernian
[edit]Levitt signed a three-year contract with Hibernian on 5 July 2023.[17]
International career
[edit]Levitt represented Wales at under-17, under-19 and under-21 levels.[18] In May 2019, he was called up to the Wales senior squad for the first time.[19] He made his debut on 3 September 2020, in a 1–0 2020–21 UEFA Nations League B away win against Finland.[20] In May 2021, he was selected in Wales' 26-man squad for UEFA Euro 2020.[21] He made his tournament debut as a late substitute in Wales' 1–0 defeat against Italy in Rome.[22] In November 2022, he was named in the Wales squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.[23]
Career statistics
[edit]Club
[edit]- As of match played 15 May 2024[18]
| Club | Season | League | National cup[a] | League cup[b] | Continental | Other | Total | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Manchester United U21 | 2019–20 | — | — | — | — | — | 2[c] | 0 | 2 | 0 | ||||
| Manchester United | 2019–20 | Premier League | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1[d] | 0 | — | 1 | 0 | |
| 2020–21 | Premier League | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2021–22 | Premier League | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | ||
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | 1 | 0 | |||
| Charlton Athletic (loan) | 2020–21 | League One | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | |
| Istra 1961 (loan) | 2020–21 | Prva HNL | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | — | — | 9 | 0 | |||
| Dundee United (loan) | 2021–22 | Scottish Premiership | 25 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 29 | 6 | ||
| Dundee United | 2022–23 | Scottish Premiership | 27 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2[e] | 0 | — | 33 | 5 | |
| Total | 52 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | 62 | 11 | |||
| Hibernian | 2023–24 | Scottish Premiership | 28 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4[e] | 0 | — | 36 | 2 | |
| Career total | 90 | 12 | 11 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 115 | 13 | ||
- ^ Includes FA Cup, Croatian Cup and Scottish Cup
- ^ Includes EFL Cup and Scottish League Cup
- ^ Appearances in EFL Trophy
- ^ Appearance in UEFA Europa League
- ^ a b Appearances in UEFA Europa Conference League
International
[edit]- As of match played 25 September 2022[24]
| National team | Year | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wales | 2020 | 5 | 0 |
| 2021 | 5 | 0 | |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 | |
| Total | 13 | 0 | |
References
[edit]- ^ "Premier League clubs publish retained lists". Premier League. 7 June 2019. Retrieved 27 November 2019.
- ^ "Dylan Levitt Profile, News & Stats". Premier League. Retrieved 27 November 2019.
- ^ Sands, Katie (3 September 2020). "Dylan Levitt, the outstanding Man Utd teenager just handed his Wales debut by Ryan Giggs". WalesOnline. Media Wales. Retrieved 1 June 2021.
- ^ "Dylan Levitt signs new contract with Manchester United". Manchester Evening News. 8 November 2019. Retrieved 1 June 2021.
- ^ Thompson, Gemma (28 November 2019). "FC Astana 2 Manchester United 1". Manchester United. Retrieved 28 November 2019.
- ^ "Dylan Levitt: Charlton Athletic sign Manchester United midfielder on loan". BBC Sport. 8 September 2020. Retrieved 1 June 2021.
- ^ "Dylan Levitt: Wales midfielder recalled from Charlton by Manchester United". BBC Sport. 8 January 2021. Retrieved 1 June 2021.
- ^ "Dylan Levitt: Manchester United loan Wales midfielder to Croatian club Istra". BBC Sport. 15 February 2021. Retrieved 1 June 2021.
- ^ Matteoni, Robert (14 April 2021). "Video: Istra srušila Riječane i ušla u povijesno finale Kupa, branitelj naslova eliminiran nakon drame". Sportske novosti (in Croatian). Archived from the original on 14 April 2021. Retrieved 14 April 2021.
- ^ Railston, Steven (20 August 2021). "Manchester United's Dylan Levitt completes loan transfer to Dundee United". Manchester Evening News. Retrieved 20 August 2021.
- ^ Southwick, Andrew (22 January 2022). "Kilmarnock 1-2 Dundee United (AET): Dylan Levitt extra-time winner for visitors". BBC Sport. Retrieved 17 May 2022.
- ^ "Dundee United Player of the Year Awards 2021/22". dundeeunitedfc.co.uk. Dundee United FC. 16 May 2022. Retrieved 17 May 2022.
- ^ "Dylan Levitt Joins Dundee United". DundeeUnitedFC.co.uk. Dundee United. 7 July 2022. Retrieved 8 July 2022.
- ^ "Levitt completes permanent move". ManUtd.com. Manchester United. 8 July 2022. Retrieved 8 July 2022.
- ^ "Dundee Utd: Steven Fletcher & Dylan Levitt pen two-year deals at Premiership club". BBC Sport. 7 July 2022. Retrieved 7 July 2022.
- ^ McPartlin, Patrick (5 July 2023). "Hibs complete signing of Dylan Levitt - fee paid, contract length, Lee Johnson comments". Edinburgh Evening News. Retrieved 5 July 2023.
- ^ a b "Dylan Levitt: Hibernian sign Wales international from Dundee United". BBC Sport. 5 July 2023. Retrieved 5 July 2023.
- ^ a b Dylan Levitt at Soccerway. Retrieved 25 December 2023.
- ^ "The story of Wales' seven new faces as Ryan Giggs reveals squad for Portugal training camp". WalesOnline. Media Wales. 21 May 2019. Retrieved 1 June 2021.
- ^ Bostock, Adam (3 September 2020). "Dylan Levitt makes senior international debut for Wales alongside Dan James". ManUtd.com. Manchester United. Retrieved 12 September 2020.
- ^ "Rubin Colwill: Wales include uncapped Cardiff City midfielder in Euro 2020 squad". Sky Sports. 31 May 2021. Retrieved 1 June 2021.
- ^ Challies, Josh (22 June 2021). "Manchester United's Dylan Levitt reacts to 'amazing' Euro 2020 debut with Wales". Manchester Evening News. Retrieved 20 August 2021.
- ^ "Cymru squad announced for 2022 FIFA World Cup". Football Association of Wales. 9 November 2022. Retrieved 9 November 2022.
- ^ "Dylan Levitt". EU-football.info. Retrieved 25 September 2022.
External links
[edit]- Profile at the Hibernian F.C. website
- Dylan Levitt at Soccerbase
- Dylan Levitt – UEFA competition record (archive)
Dylan Levitt
View on GrokipediaEarly life and youth career
Early life
Dylan Levitt was born on 17 November 2000 in Bodelwyddan, Denbighshire, Wales.[1] He grew up in the nearby town of Flint in North Wales, where limited public details exist about his parents or siblings.[8] From a young age, Levitt showed a strong interest in football, joining the local youth team Connah's Quay Tigers at the age of five.[9] He developed his basic skills through participation in school football and matches with the Tigers, building a foundation in the sport by ages 7–8.[10] At age eight, Levitt was spotted by a Manchester United scout while playing for Connah's Quay Tigers and subsequently joined the club's academy, marking his entry into professional youth football.[9]Manchester United academy
Levitt joined the Manchester United academy at the age of eight in 2008, having been spotted by a club scout while playing locally in north Wales.[9] He progressed through the club's youth ranks, beginning with the U9 team and steadily advancing through the age groups to feature regularly for the U18s by the 2017–18 season and the U23s thereafter.[1] During his time in the academy, Levitt developed as a versatile central midfielder, capable of playing in both defensive and advanced roles.[11] In April 2018, at the age of 17, Levitt signed his first professional contract with Manchester United, securing his future at the club until 2020.[11] This deal recognized his rapid rise and consistent performances in the youth setup. In November 2019, he extended his contract until June 2022, with an option for an additional year, reflecting the club's confidence in his potential.[12] Levitt's youth career featured notable achievements, including contributing to the Manchester United U18s' triumph in the 2017–18 Under-18 Premier League North, where he played a decisive role in a key league match against Manchester City, which contributed to securing the North League title.[11] He also captained the U18 side on multiple occasions and netted four goals with one assist across 20 appearances in the U18 Premier League that season, showcasing his growing influence.[13] In the following campaign, Levitt transitioned to the U23 level, where he continued to impress in Premier League 2 and other competitions, including the UEFA Youth League.[14] Academy coaches praised Levitt for his technical proficiency, particularly his vision and ability to deliver precise passes over short and long distances, which enabled him to dictate play from midfield.[15] From 2019 onward, he began participating in regular first-team training sessions under manager Ole Gunnar Solskjær, gaining exposure to senior-level tactics and intensity ahead of his eventual debut.[16]Club career
Manchester United
Levitt made his senior debut for Manchester United on 28 November 2019, starting in a UEFA Europa League group stage match against Astana away from home.[17] He played the full 90 minutes in central midfield alongside academy teammate James Garner, completing 100 of 104 passes in a composed display despite the team's 2-1 defeat, during which he inadvertently scored an own goal.[18][19] This appearance marked the only time Levitt featured for the first team across all competitions, with no goals scored.[20] Under manager Ole Gunnar Solskjær, Levitt was occasionally included in the matchday squad as a promising academy graduate but remained unused in the Premier League, receiving no minutes in domestic league fixtures.[21] His limited opportunities reflected the depth in midfield at a top Premier League club, where he served primarily as a bench option during the 2019-2020 season.[22] Levitt departed Manchester United on 7 July 2022, completing a permanent transfer to Dundee United for an undisclosed fee following a successful loan there the prior season.[20] The move came after the club exercised a one-year contract extension option in June 2022, allowing him to secure a regular starting role elsewhere after struggling to break into the first team.[23] As an academy product, the transfer fee compensated United for his development, enabling future career progression without ongoing loan arrangements.[24]Loan spells
On 8 September 2020, Levitt joined EFL League One side Charlton Athletic on a season-long loan from Manchester United, marking his first move away from the club to gain senior experience.[25] He made his professional league debut for Charlton on 3 October 2020 in a 2-0 home win over Bristol Rovers, starting in midfield and providing his first senior assist. Over the course of the spell, which was curtailed by the COVID-19 pandemic's disruptions to the fixture schedule and Levitt's limited playing time amid competition for places, he accumulated just five appearances across all competitions, with no goals scored.[26] The loan was ended early on 8 January 2021, allowing Levitt to return to Manchester United after struggling to secure regular minutes under manager Lee Bowyer.[27] Following his recall, Levitt sought further development abroad and signed for Croatian First Football League club NK Istra 1961 on loan until the end of the 2020–21 season in February 2021.[28] Adapting to a new cultural and tactical environment, he featured in seven league matches and two cup ties, totaling nine appearances without scoring, as Istra battled relegation and finished ninth in the standings. His contributions included an assist in a 3-0 league win over Slaven Belupo in April 2021, but the loan concluded without extension at the season's end in June 2021, hampered by the team's inconsistent form.[28] Across both loans, Levitt made 14 senior appearances with no goals, providing essential but limited exposure to professional environments outside Manchester United's youth system. These spells, intended to build his match fitness and versatility, were challenged by external factors like the pandemic and adaptation issues, yet offered his initial taste of competitive senior football.[29]Dundee United
Levitt joined Dundee United on a season-long loan from Manchester United in January 2022, where he quickly established himself as a key player in central midfield during the club's promotion push in the Scottish Championship.[30] He made 29 appearances across all competitions, scoring six goals and providing one assist, including his first league goal in a 2-0 win over Motherwell on February 11, 2022, and a stunning equaliser in a 2-1 victory against St Mirren on March 19, 2022.[31][32] His performances were instrumental in Dundee United finishing second and securing promotion via the playoffs.[33] For his contributions during the loan spell, Levitt was voted the club's Fans' Player of the Year for the 2021-22 season.[30] In July 2022, following the end of his loan, he completed a permanent transfer to Dundee United from Manchester United on a three-year contract for an undisclosed fee.[34][20] Over the next season in the Scottish Premiership, Levitt remained a frequent starter, contributing to a total of 62 appearances and 11 goals for the club across his loan and permanent stint from 2022 to 2023.[35] Dundee United struggled in the 2022-23 Premiership campaign, ultimately finishing bottom and suffering relegation.[35] In July 2023, with one year left on his contract, Levitt departed for Hibernian in a transfer reported to be around £300,000, a move that provided him continued top-flight exposure to support his international ambitions with Wales.[35][36]Hibernian
On 5 July 2023, Hibernian signed Dylan Levitt from Dundee United on a three-year contract for a reported fee of around £300,000, with the club viewing him as a key central midfielder to bolster their squad for the Scottish Premiership and European campaigns.[35][5] The Welsh international, who had impressed in the Championship following Dundee United's relegation, quickly integrated into the team under manager Lee Johnson, making his debut in a 2-0 league win over Inverness Caledonian Thistle later that month.[37] Levitt established himself as a regular starter across multiple managerial changes, including transitions to Nick Montgomery and David Gray, appearing in 77 matches across all competitions as of November 2025, during which he scored 5 goals.[4] His role evolved to suit Hibernian's possession-based approach, where he contributed creatively in midfield, averaging around 17 appearances per season while aiding cup runs such as the 2023–24 Scottish Cup quarter-finals, though the team secured no major trophies during this period.[1] International duties with Wales occasionally impacted his club availability, but he maintained steady form, with his market value estimated at €650,000 as of June 2025.[1] A standout moment came on 7 February 2024, when Levitt scored his first goal for Hibernian—a stunning half-volley equalizer in a 2-1 home defeat to Celtic in the Premiership—demonstrating his technical quality from midfield.[38] However, Levitt faced a setback in late October 2025, undergoing appendix surgery that sidelined him through November, with an expected return by late that month.[39] His contract runs until summer 2026, positioning him as a core player for Hibernian's ongoing ambitions.[37]International career
Youth career
Levitt's youth international career with Wales began at the under-17 level, where he earned three caps during the 2017 UEFA European Under-17 Championship qualifying campaign, primarily featuring as a central midfielder in a defensive role.[40][41] Progressing to the under-19 team, Levitt accumulated nine caps between late 2017 and 2019, encompassing both friendly matches and competitive fixtures, including his involvement in the 2019 UEFA European Under-19 Championship qualifiers, during which Wales failed to secure qualification for the finals tournament.[42][43] He made a single appearance for the Wales under-21 side in October 2019, starting in a UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualifier against Bosnia and Herzegovina.[42][44] In total, Levitt recorded 13 youth international caps for Wales without scoring a goal, building essential experience in midfield that facilitated his transition to the senior team the following year.[41]Senior career
Levitt made his senior international debut for Wales on 3 September 2020, starting in a 1-0 UEFA Nations League victory against Finland in Helsinki, where he played the full 90 minutes without scoring.[45] This appearance marked the beginning of his role as a defensive central midfielder, providing depth and stability in midfield for the national team under manager Ryan Giggs.[6] Throughout his senior career, Levitt has earned 13 caps for Wales, all without scoring a goal, though he contributed to qualifying campaigns with his passing and positional play.[46] He was called up for several 2021 World Cup qualifiers but did not make any appearances, starting friendlies against Albania in June 2021 and Finland in September 2021, and providing squad rotation options in other fixtures. In UEFA Euro 2020, Levitt made a brief substitute appearance, entering in the 86th minute during Wales' 1-0 group stage defeat to Italy on 20 June 2021, helping secure a point that advanced the team from Group A.[47] Levitt was included in Wales' 26-man squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, their first appearance at the tournament since 1958, but did not feature in any of the group stage matches against the United States, Iran, or England.[48] His involvement has been limited since, with no further appearances recorded after September 2022 due to club commitments and form as of November 2025; however, he received a call-up for the March 2024 UEFA Euro 2024 play-off semi-final against Poland, though he remained an unused substitute.[49]Career statistics and honors
Club statistics
As of November 19, 2025, Dylan Levitt has accumulated over 135 senior club appearances, scoring 15 goals and providing 7 assists across all competitions.[29][2] Levitt made 1 appearance for Manchester United without scoring or assisting. His loan spells at Charlton Athletic and NK Istra 1961 yielded 10 appearances, 0 goals, and 0 assists combined. At Dundee United, he recorded 62 appearances, 11 goals, and 4 assists.[50] With Hibernian, Levitt has 64 appearances, 4 goals, and 3 assists. The bulk of Levitt's club matches have come in the Scottish Premiership (over 100 appearances). He has also played more than 10 games in UEFA Europa League and Conference League qualifiers and group stages. His loan experiences account for around 10 appearances in lower-tier leagues such as EFL League One and the Croatian First Football League.[29][2] Levitt's playing time in the 2025-26 season has been limited by injury; he underwent surgery in October 2025 and has been absent since, impacting his appearances for Hibernian.Season-by-Season Statistics
| Season | Club | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | Manchester United | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020-21 | Manchester United | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020-21 | Charlton Athletic (loan) | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020-21 | NK Istra 1961 (loan) | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021-22 | Dundee United (loan) | 25 | 5 | 1 |
| 2022-23 | Dundee United | 37 | 6 | 3 |
| 2023-24 | Hibernian | 28 | 2 | 2 |
| 2024-25 | Hibernian | 21 | 2 | 1 |
| 2025-26 | Hibernian | 15 | 0 | 0 |
International statistics
Dylan Levitt has made 13 appearances for the senior Wales national team, scoring 0 goals, with his last cap recorded on 25 September 2022.[51] At youth level, he accumulated 13 caps across the U17, U19, and U21 teams, also without scoring.[42] His senior outings span friendlies (6 appearances), the UEFA Nations League (6 appearances), and the UEFA European Championship (1 appearance).[51] Notable games include his debut as a substitute in a UEFA Nations League victory over Finland on 3 September 2020, and a brief late substitution in the UEFA Euro 2020 quarter-final defeat to Italy on 2 July 2021.[51] He was included in the Wales squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup but did not feature in any matches.[52]Youth International Totals
| Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| U17 | 3 | 0 |
| U19 | 9 | 0 |
| U21 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 13 | 0 |
Senior International Appearances by Year
| Year | Caps | Goals | Minutes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 6 | 0 | 256 |
| 2021 | 4 | 0 | 169 |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 | 229 |
| Total | 13 | 0 | 654 |
