PEDRAZA JOINS IN LOAN DEAL

PEDRAZA JOINS IN LOAN DEAL

Spanish winger arrives from Villarreal CF.

Leeds United are delighted to confirm the transfer deadline day arrival of Spanish winger Alfonso Pedraza.

The talented 20-year-old joins United from La Liga outfit Villarreal CF on loan until the end of the season, with an option in place to sign permanently in the summer.

Pedraza has spent the first half of this season on loan at Spanish Segunda División outfit CD Lugo, where he made 23 appearances, with his final game coming in last Sunday's 1-1 draw with Real Zaragoza.

During his time with Lugo, he was one of the most eye-catching performers in the division, scoring six goals and providing eight assists.

Despite his young age, Pedraza has a wealth of experience, having played 71 career games at club level and featured in the UEFA Europa League with parent side Villarreal last season.

At international level, in 2015 Pedraza helped Spain to victory in the UEFA European Under-19 Championship held in Greece and was capped by the Under-21 side for the first time in 2016.

Pedraza will not be available for Wednesday's trip to Blackburn Rovers, but could make his debut in Sunday's Yorkshire derby clash with Huddersfield Town at the John Smith's Stadium.

The winger will be in contention to make his Elland Road debut against Cardiff City on Saturday 11th February.

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