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Photo: Leeds United’s next signing Alejandro Machuca posts picture wearing Whites training gear

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Alejandra Machuca has confirmed himself as a Leeds United player.

Leeds United had a busy day yesterday, announcing deals for Samu Saiz and Ezgjan Alioski.

The other order of business at Thorp Arch was the arrival of Spanish winger Alejandro Machuca, who is signing from Rayo Vallecano.

After arriving in Leeds yesterday afternoon, Machuca posted an image on Instagram of himself wearing a club training top.

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The 19-year-old winger is joining to be part of the Leeds under-23 squad, following the addition of Madger Gomes, who was released by Liverpool in June.

Yet Gomes has made a strong early impression in pre-season by netting for the first team, and Machuca could also get the opportunity to stake his claim.

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Leeds’ under-23 team struggled last season, finishing bottom of their division, and no players came close to really pushing for first team minutes.

It is another smart strategic sign that owner Andrea Radrizzani is investing in different levels across the club, and Machuca could be a smart addition who develops into a real gem.