Daniel James completes deadline day switch to Leeds

 

Leeds have completed the signing of Daniel James from Premier League rivals Manchester United. 

 

James came close to a move to the Whites in January 2019, but a deadline day switch fell through in the dying embers of the window. 

 

The Wales international moved to United in the summer of 2019, but struggled to nail down a regular spot in the XI. 

 

However, two-and-a-half years after pushing for James, Leeds have finally acquired the services of the Welsh winger. 

 

"Leeds United is delighted to confirm the signing of Daniel James from Manchester United," a statement read on the club's official website. 

 

"The winger was close to joining Leeds during the 2018/19 Championship season and has continued to impress through his hard-working nature and lightning pace. 

 

"The Whites have now secured the Wales international on a five-year contract, which will run until the summer of 2026, for an undisclosed fee." 

 

Daniel James completes deadline day switch to Leeds

 

 

Director of football at Leeds, Victor Orta, said of the transfer: "I have to say a huge thank you to my team firstly – the football department have been monitoring Daniel for a number of years and every member of my team has worked hard to get this deal over the line.  

 

"It is no secret that Daniel is a player we have been keen to acquire for a number of years and today we achieved our goal. 

 

"As a player we feel Daniel is an excellent fit for a Marcelo Bielsa team, he is quick, direct and works hard – we look forward to him joining up with the squad, finally!"