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    Leeds United confirm loan signing of Juventus’ Weston McKennie

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    • Leeds United announces the signing of Weston McKennie on loan from Juventus.

    Leeds United confirm loan signing of Juventus' Weston McKennie
    Leeds United confirm loan signing of Juventus’ Weston McKennie

    Leeds United have announced and completed the loan signing of Weston McKennie from Juventus on an initial loan deal.

    McKennie becomes the third signing made by Jesse Marsch’s side in this January transfer window, after Max Wober and Georginio Rutter.

    This month, the Whites have been attempting to bolster the quality and depth of their midfield, with Azzedine Ounahi of Morocco, a star of the World Cup, being their top priority.

    However, when it became clear that they would be unable to reach an agreement with Angers, they turned to McKennie, whose signing was announced on Monday night.

    A statement from Leeds read: “Leeds United are delighted to announce the signing of Weston McKennie on loan until the end of the 2022/23 season, subject to a work permit.

    “The 24-year-old midfielder joins the Whites from Italian Serie A side Juventus, with a view to a permanent deal at the end of the season.”

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    McKennie has been given the number 28 jersey at Elland Road. McKennie was a key member of the USMNT’s run to the World Cup last 16 this winter.

    He could make his Leeds debut in a trip to Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon.

    The midfielder is capped 41 times by the United States and played against England at the World Cup group stages in Qatar in November.

    According to Sky in Italy, Leeds has the option to make the agreement permanent in the summer for an initial £30 million; however, this option only becomes a need if particular requirements are met.

    Speaking to Sky Sports after sealing his move to Leeds, McKennie said: “I’m definitely excited. The January window works quick. Around one week ago I didn’t know if I was going anywhere and now I’m coming here.

    “When I heard the interest, it is definitely exciting. There are people I know here, Tyler Adams, Brenden Aaronson and Jesse Marsch, I’m ready to get started.

    “I’ve heard the support is amazing, the atmosphere too – that’s an adrenaline rush for me to come out and see fans going crazy. It’s like a 10-times energy boost. Elland Road is dope! The stadium is really nice. It’s top level.”

    Asked what Leeds fans can expect from him, McKennie replied: “Hard work, non-stop 90 minutes back and forth, tackles, trash talk probably and everything – funny moments and serious moments.

    “It’s a dream come true, I’ve dreamed of playing in the Premier League for the longest time. To have the support system I have here, I’m ready.”