Leeds United announce Brenden Aaronson arrival as midfielder explains how he fits their ‘recipe’

Leeds United have confirmed an agreement has been reached for them to sign Brenden Aaronson from RB Salzburg in the summer.

Brenden Aaronson was a target for Leeds during the January transfer window, but they have had to be patient instead. Optimism has been growing, though, and they are now ready to welcome their first summer signing.

The attacking midfielder arrived for a medical on Thursday. Subsequently, Leeds have now been able to confirm there is an agreement in place between the two clubs for his transfer.

Aaronson will therefore become a Leeds United player on July 1st. The move depends on international clearance and a work permit.

It will be Aaronson’s first time playing in the Premier League. He has been honing his skills in Austria with Salzburg, where he previously worked under Jesse Marsch. Now, he will reunite with the current Leeds boss at Elland Road.

Leeds have not confirmed the cost of the transfer for Aaronson. It is reportedly in the region of £28million, which makes him one of the costliest purchases in their history.

What they are able to disclose is that Aaronson has agreed to a contract until 2027. Currently 21 years old, it means he will now spend some pivotal years for his development in West Yorkshire.

Aaronson has revealed his excitement about his upcoming move.

He told LUTV: “It’s an amazing feeling to be here at this historic club, I am really excited for the new season.

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“I think it was around Christmas or January that I could see there was some interest and hearing about Leeds United being interested, it was a huge moment for me and I was super excited.

“I had known a lot about Leeds at that time and what a