Manchester United’s Scott Wootton has now officially joined Leeds United on a three-year contract.
Wootton, 21 years-old feature last season under Sir Alex Ferguson against Chelsea and Newcastle United aswell as gaining valuable experience in the Champions League.
In the past Wootton had enjoyed loan spells with Tranmere Rovers, Nottongham Forest and two spells at Peterborough United.
An agreement has now been reached with the two clubs, which was rumoured to continue on a month rolling contract, but talks have now been completed on a permanent deal.
Leeds manager Brian McDermott said:
“I’m delighted to have agreed the signing of Scott Wootton on a three-year deal. He’s a player who has played in the Champions League and someone we feel will develop with us in the coming years.
“I want to say thanks for the owners in doing the deal and bringing another young player to help us go forward.”
