History of Harry Souttar in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 31, 2026

Harry Souttar is a professional soccer player who currently plays as a centre-back for Leicester City in EFL League One. Born in Scotland, Souttar represents the Australia national team. He is known for his height and aerial ability, making him a formidable presence in defense. His career has seen him move to England, playing for clubs like Stoke City before joining Leicester City. He has represented Australia in major international tournaments. Souttar is a key player for both his club and country, with a reputation as a solid and reliable defender.

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October 1998: Harry Souttar Born

In October 1998, Harry James Souttar was born. He is now a professional soccer player.

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July 2013: Joined Dundee United Academy

In July 2013, Harry Souttar joined the academy at Dundee United.

February 2015: Debut for Scotland Under-17 Team

In February 2015, Harry Souttar made his debut for the Scotland under-17 team against Romania.

February 2015: Played with brother

In February 2015, Harry Souttar played for the Dundee United development team alongside his brother John.

December 2015: Signed Contract Extension

In December 2015, Harry Souttar signed a contract extension, tying him to Dundee United until May 2018.

May 2016: First Team Debut

In May 2016, Harry Souttar made his first team debut against Partick Thistle in a Scottish Premiership match and scored his first senior goal against Kilmarnock four days later.

June 2016: Stoke City Interested in Souttar

In June 2016, English Premier League club Stoke City became interested in signing Harry Souttar, and Dundee United rejected two bids to buy the player.

August 2016: Transfer Agreement Reached

In August 2016, it was reported that Dundee United and Stoke City had agreed an initial £200,000 fee for Harry Souttar's transfer.

September 2016: Officially Joined Stoke City

On 29 September 2016, Harry Souttar officially joined Stoke City, signing a three-year contract for an undisclosed fee after a delay due to FIFA approval.

2016: Move to Stoke City

In 2016, Harry Souttar moved to England to play for Stoke City after beginning his senior career with Dundee United.

August 2017: Stoke City Debut

On 23 August 2017, Harry Souttar made his Stoke debut in a 4–0 EFL Cup win over Rochdale.

January 2018: Loan to Ross County

On 24 January 2018, after signing a new contract with Stoke, Harry Souttar joined Scottish Premiership side Ross County on loan until the end of the season.

May 2018: End of Dundee United Contract

Harry Souttar's contract with Dundee United ended in May 2018.

2018: Loan to Fleetwood Town

In 2018, Harry Souttar joined Fleetwood Town on loan for the remainder of the 2018-19 season.

January 2019: Loan to Fleetwood Town

On 30 January 2019, Harry Souttar joined EFL League One side Fleetwood Town on loan for the remainder of the 2018–19 season.

March 2019: Called Up to Australia Under-23 Team

On 6 March 2019, Harry Souttar was called up to the Australia national under-23 team.

October 2019: Debut for Australia

On 10 October 2019, Harry Souttar debuted for the senior Australian national team in a World Cup qualifier against Nepal and scored twice in a 5–0 win.

2019: Switched to Australia

In 2019, Harry Souttar switched to play for Australia after initially representing Scotland at youth level.

February 2020: EFL Young Player of the Month

In February 2020, Harry Souttar's performances earned him the EFL Young Player of the Month award.

September 2020: League Debut for Stoke City

On 26 September 2020, Harry Souttar made his league debut for Stoke City in a 1–0 win away to Preston North End and was named man of the match.

2020: Qualified for Tokyo Olympics

In 2020, Harry Souttar qualified for the Tokyo Olympics and was part of the Olyroos Olympic squad.

February 2021: Signed New Contract with Stoke

In February 2021, Harry Souttar signed a new long term contract with Stoke City.

March 2021: First Goal for Stoke

On 6 March 2021, Harry Souttar scored his first goal for Stoke in a 2–0 win over Wycombe Wanderers.

November 2021: Season Ending Injury

In November 2021, Harry Souttar suffered a season ending anterior cruciate ligament injury while playing for Australia.

November 2022: Named in Australia's World Cup Squad

In November 2022, Harry Souttar was named in Australia's squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

2022: Returned to England After World Cup

After returning to England following the World Cup in 2022, Harry Souttar attracted bids from Premier League clubs.

2022: Member of World Cup Squad

In 2022, Harry Souttar was a member of the Australia squad at the FIFA World Cup.

January 2023: Joined Leicester City

On 31 January 2023, Harry Souttar joined Leicester City on a five-and-a-half-year contract for an undisclosed fee, reported by the BBC to be £15 million.