Leeds United man loaned to Championship with January clause as boss makes ‘favourite’ prediction - YEP 27/8/22
Leeds United have sent winger Ian Poveda on loan to Championship side Blackpool for the season.
By Graham Smyth
The Whites have inserted a January recall clause in the
deal, which takes Poveda away from Thorp Arch for the second time in two
seasons.
He spent last season on loan with Blackburn Rovers before a
serious ankle injury required him to undergo surgery and a lengthy
rehabilitation period.
Poveda, like Helder Costa, was involved in some of Jesse
Marsch’s pre-season preparations but did not travel on the tour of Australia
and Leeds have been open all summer to the idea of a loan.
The 22-year-old has played 20 times for Leeds since moving
to Elland Road from Manchester City.
His contract with the Whites runs until 2024.
“I’m really happy to join a great club,” he said.
"The manager and the directors have put confidence in
me and I want to give back to the fans with good performances and displays on
the pitch. It’s a really important stage in my career and I’m excited to get
started.”
Blackpool head coach Michael Appleton believes Tangerines
fans will quickly take to their new signing.
“I’m delighted to bring Ian to the club,” he said.
"He’s clearly an exciting talent and we’re really
looking forward to working with him. He has fantastic feet, adds pace and is
very direct. I’m sure he’ll be a fans’ favourite very, very quickly.”
