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Pontus Jansson’s wife sends message to Leeds United fans

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Pontus Jansson has joined Brentford from Leeds United.

Leeds United's Pontus Jansson reacts  during the Sky Bet Championship match between Leeds United and Wigan Athletic at Elland Road on April 19, 2019 in Leeds, England.

Pontus Jansson’s wife, Asa Thornell, has taken to Twitter to send a message following the defender’s move from Leeds United to Brentford.

As announced on Leeds’s official website, Jansson has joined Brentford from the Whites in the summer transfer window.

The Sweden international’s wife, Asa Thornell, has stated on Twitter that the 28-year-old central defender has enjoyed his time at Leeds, and has praised the Elland Road faithful.

(L-R) Referee David Webb speaks to Pontus Jansson of Leeds United during the Sky Bet Championship match between Leeds United and Swansea City at Elland Road on February 13, 2019 in Leeds,...

Big loss for Leeds United

Jansson is one of the best defenders in the Championship, and the Sweden international will be a big miss for Leeds.

The Sweden international is at the peak of his powers at the age of 28, and the Whites’ loss is Brentford’s gain.

With the former Torino defender in their team, Brentford will fancy their chances of challenging for the top six of the Championship next season.

As for Leeds, the West Yorkshire outfit need to find a suitable replacement for Jansson in their quest to finish in the top two of the Championship table.

Leeds United's Pontus Jansson reacts in the closing stages during the Sky Bet Championship Play-off Second Leg match between Leeds United and Derby County at Elland Road on May 15, 2019 in...