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Everton defender Matthew Pennington joins Leeds on season loan as Hull miss out on centre-back

Everton defender Matthew Pennington is joining Leeds United on a season loan.

The 22-year-old, who has also been a target for Hull City, can play at centre-back and full-back.

Pennington is accustomed to being loaned out by his parent club having spent time with Tranmere, Coventry and Walsall.

Matthew Pennington has sealed a loan move from Everton two Leeds next season
Matthew Pennington has sealed a loan move from Everton two Leeds next season

He will now look to make an impression for Thomas Christiansen's side who will be aiming for promotion from the Championship next season.

It is a case of one in and one out for Leeds as Giuseppe Bellusci has left Leeds United after his contract was terminated by mutual consent.