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Leeds boss Jesse Marsch raids former club RB Salzburg for his first signing with £25m capture of Brenden Aaronson... US midfielder, 21, to join on five-year contract in July

Red Bull Salzburg midfielder Brenden Aaronson has agreed a five-year deal with Leeds, the Premier League club has announced.

The 21-year-old United States international, who worked under Leeds head coach Jesse Marsch during his time in charge at the Austrian club, will formally complete his move to Elland Road for a reported £25million fee on July 1.

A Leeds statement said: 'Leeds United are delighted to announce an agreement with Red Bull Salzburg for the transfer of Brenden Aaronson, which will be completed on July 1st, 2022.

Red Bull Salzburg midfielder Brenden Aaronson has agreed a five-year deal with Leeds

'The 21-year-old will join for an undisclosed fee on a five-year-contract, running until the summer of 2027.