Morris bailed until December 17

Leeds United footballer Jody Morris has been released on bail until December 17, after appearing at Leeds Magistrates Court this morning charged with rape.

Leeds United midfielder Jody Morris was remanded on bail today charged with raping a 20-year-old woman.

The 24-year-old Premiership star appeared at Leeds Magistrates Court alongside Kristofer Dickie, 26.

They are both charged with raping a woman in Leeds on October 6.

Both men spoke only to confirm their personal details during a 35-minute hearing. They will next appear at Leeds Crown Court on December 17.