Born in Scotland on the 19th of December 2001, Marc Leonard is a 24-year-old midfielder, predominantly recognised for his performances as a central midfielder, currently sporting the number 49 jersey for Hearts in the Scottish Premiership. Standing at 5ft 10in (1.78 m), and weighing in at a sturdy 11st 13lb (76kg), his physical presence on the pitch is indisputable. With a market value around £590k, according to Transfermarkt, Leonard has carved out a steady career in football despite his young age.
Whilst Leonard did not have a Celtic tenure worth mentioning, his early journey in professional football began earnestly in July 2018, when he joined Brighton & Hove Albion of the English Premier League as a trainee. His promise as a player was subsequently recognised, as he was loaned out to Northampton Town in League One by July 2022. His debut season (2022-2023) at Northampton showcased his potential, as he made 34 first team appearances and even found the back of the net once.
The summer of 2023 witnessed his return to Brighton & Hove Albion following the completion of his impressive loan spell. Not long after, Leonard once again found himself at Northampton Town, returning for another loan spell in July 2023. Again, he made a significant contribution with 34 appearances and an additional goal during his tenure.
Leonard was on the move again in July 2024, transferring from Brighton & Hove Albion to Championship side, Birmingham City, for a fee of roughly £420k. In his ongoing 2025 - 2026 season at Birmingham, Leonard has laced up for 15 first team appearances in the Championship.
Reaching January 2026, Leonard departed Birmingham City for another loan spell, this time up north with Hearts in his homeland of Scotland. Even in the early stages of his time at Hearts, Leonard has already chalked up eight first-team appearances along with a goal in the existing 2025 - 2026 season.
