German media deliver Tyler Adams verdict saying Leeds United signing is coach's dream and great overall package

Leeds United confirmed the arrival of Tyler Adams from RB Leipzig earlier this week, with the United States international penning a long-term deal at Elland Road. It's the third time of Adams' career that he's signed for Jesse Marsch, having worked under the Whites' boss at New York Red Bulls and RB Leipzig.

Adams became the fifth arrival of a busy summer transfer window, with Luis Sinisterra taking that tally up to six new faces after signing on the dotted line. The Whites have wasted no time in adding to their squad this summer after a disappointing campaign last time out.

The Leeds hierarchy are no doubt keen to avoid a repeat of last season where they survived on the final day of the season. The loss of Kalvin Phillips to Manchester City came as a major blow, but as things stand, they've been able to hold onto Raphinha, whilst also adding to their squad.

Leeds Live spoke with RB Leipzig correspondent Stefan Krause from German publication Bild, for an insight into Tyler Adams' relationship with Jesse Marsch and what he'll bring to Elland Road.

"Tyler Adams and Jesse Marsch have special relationship because Adams was a player in New York and Leipzig with him as a coach. At the age of 16 Adams signed his first professional contract at the New York Red Bulls. Adams later said: "When I was 16, he convinced me to sign the contract with the Red Bulls. He already had my career in mind back then.”

"Marsch was impressed with his personality on the pitch and push RB Leipzig to sign him after his move from New York to Leipzig as assistant coach to Ralf Rangnick. Leeds is now the pairs third reunion."

"Tyler is a pretty powerful player. He can play as a six, eight and right-sided defender. Tyler can run fast and with