Leeds United have secured Jack Harrison on loan for another season.
Leeds United have enjoyed a busy day, securing loan deals for defender Ben White and winger Jack Harrison as well as a permanent move for youngster Liam McCarron.
The Whites have got July off to a fine start, bolstering Marcelo Bielsa’s squad both for this season and for the coming years.
The triple swoop sees wide man Harrison return for a second straight season at the Etihad Stadium, having penned a year-long loan move from Manchester City.
Harrison’s season was somewhat mixed, as he struggled at times but finished the season strongly, ending the campaign with four goals and three assists to his name.
The 22-year-old will hope that a second season with Leeds will enable him to reach his best, and Leeds have confirmed a fascinating part of the move.
Leeds’ announcement of Harrison’s return included a note that they have a purchase clause in the deal, which they can activate at the end of the season if they so wish.
Any fee for the winger will be huge, most likely an eight-figure fee, so a permanent stay may end up being dependent on promotion, but that clause could be hugely important in a year’s time if he impresses.
Leeds fans have taken to Twitter to react to the clause, with some feeling that it’s a great move as they feel he’s about to have a great season and clearly wants to be a part of the Leeds side under Bielsa, though others don’t want him for a huge fee – or at all in some cases…
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