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Confirmed: Leeds United clinch first deal of transfer window, Pablo Hernandez signs permanently

Leeds United manager Garry Monk before the match (REUTERS)
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Leeds United are in business…

Leeds United have confirmed they have completed their first January signing, bringing in Pablo Hernandez on a permanent basis.

Hernandez signed in the summer on a half-season loan but this expired last week.

A deal has now been struck which sees the Spaniard become a Leeds player permanently.

His contract runs until the end of this season and then Leeds have a further option to extend it by another 12 months.

Bristol City's Marlon Pack and Leeds' Pablo Hernandez in actionBristol City’s Marlon Pack and Leeds’ Pablo Hernandez in action

The deal is a big boost for head coach Garry Monk and helps keep the positive feeling alive around Elland Road.

Leeds United manager Garry Monk before the matchLeeds United manager Garry Monk before the match

The Whites had given supporters a head-up the deal was imminent shortly beforehand…

With Leeds describing the move as their ‘first’ signing, it indicates the club have more lined up.

Leeds take on League Two side Cambridge United in the FA Cup this evening, and are expected to rotate their side.

Their Championship challenge resumes with a big game against Derby County on Friday night. Leeds are in fifth place in the table currently.