Kalvin Phillips is a hardman on the pitch - but has got a heart of gold off it. Phillips, 24, epitomises the local lad made good story as he is Leeds born and bred, used to go to Elland Road as a kid and is proud to try and help his local community.
Leeds midfielder Phillips grew up as one of five siblings, his mum did two jobs to keep the family going and he would babysit his younger brother and sisters.
Now Phillips enjoys giving something back, was chosen as Leeds’ Community Player of the Year for a third year running, has made more appearances than any other player and formed a close bond with six-year-old Leeds fan Sarah Emmott who has a rare kidney disease.
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