Former Arsenal youngster Jason Crowe is set to become Leeds United's first signing of the summer after agreeing terms to join the club on July 1.

The 30-year-old right-back has spent the past four seasons at Northampton, making almost 200 appearances, but his contract at Sixfields expires on June 30 and he has agreed a move to Elland Road.

Crowe started out at Arsenal, making three appearances for Arsene Wenger's side, and after a loan move to Crystal Palace, he commanded a £1m fee when he moved from Highbury to Portsmouth in the summer of 1999.

The Sidcup-born player, who can play at right-back, centre-backor central midfield, made almost 100 appearances for Pompey, had a short loan spell at Brentford, and enjoyed a period with Grimsby before linking up with Northampton.

United manager Simon Grayson said: "I'm delighted Jason has agreed to join us. There was a lot of interest in him and we've beaten a number of clubs to get him.

"He's a versatile right-back, and he's been a very consistent performer over the last couple of seasons.

"He has good experience, having started with Arsenal and playing regularly for Portsmouth.

"I see Jason as another valuable member of our squad with the aim being to get promoted next season."

Following the signing of Jason Crowe, the club will not be continuing discussions with Frazer Richardson, who is out of contract on June 30.

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