Young forward Georginio Rutter has completed his £35.5m transfer from Hoffenheim to Leeds and has outlined what he brings to the club.
The Whites always seemed likely to step up in the January transfer window after a tough first half of the season. They currently sit 14th in the standings, just two points behind basement club Southampton. Jesse Marsh has already signed one player as centre-back Maximilian Uber has joined from Red Bull Salzburg.
And the American tactician also bolstered his offense with the 20-year-old Rutter.
It was widely reported that the two clubs had French U-21 ace in negotiations.
And now that the youngster has signed a five-and-a-half-year contract at Elland Road, the matter seems to have been resolved.
Leeds The previous transfer record was £27m paid to Valencia for Rodrygo in August 2020.
But he is up for the challenge and wants to go to West Yorkshire.
“There are so many emotions today. It’s a big day. I’m so happy to be here and so excited to get started,” he told Sky Sports News.
“I run and bring a lot of energy to the pitch. And I like dribbling, beautiful plays, goals and assists. I hope [I can get the goals that take Leeds up the table]”
Hoffenheim sad to see Rutter leave
Luther has made 64 appearances in the Bundesliga since joining from Rennes on 21 February. The Parisian is a player who pulls the supporters out of their seats with 11 goals.
He was a fan favorite at Hoffenheim, and football director Alexander Rosen confessed that no one wanted him to go.
“We regret the premature departure of this hugely talented player who is not only a great person but also has the ability to deliver great moments on the pitch,” he said.
“Considering the third highest transfer fee in the club’s history and a clearly communicated transfer aspirations, it made no sense to block a young player like George from pursuing a path.
“I’m sure I’m not the only one who misses him.”
Rutter is likely to be introduced to the Elland Road crowd ahead of Wednesday’s FA Cup third-round replay against Cardiff City.
French players are not eligible to play in the match. But there’s a good chance he’ll make an appearance on Sunday 22 January when Leeds host Thomas Frank’s in-form Brentford.
It’s a baptism of fire for the starlet, with important games going on densely and quickly.
Leeds managed to survive in the Premier League last season on nothing but the skin of their teeth. there is.
A recent report suggested that Leeds were set to pay above Rutter’s odds.
But if he can score a goal to keep the club in England’s top division, it will prove to be a sound investment.
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