HarryofOz
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Leeds sign Northampton defender30-year old right back, on a free (I assume). Well right-back is a position that needed strengthening
| Quote: | Jason Crowe set to become first signing of summer...
Former Arsenal youngster Jason Crowe is set to become Leeds United's first signing of the summer after agreeing terms to join the club on July 1.
The 30-year-old right-back has spent the past four seasons at Northampton, making almost 200 appearances, but his contract at Sixfields expires on June 30 and he has agreed a move to Elland Road.
Crowe started out at Arsenal, making three appearances for Arsene Wenger's side, and after a loan move to Crystal Palace, he commanded a £1m fee when he moved from Highbury to Portsmouth in the summer of 1999.
The Sidcup-born player, who can play at right-back, centre-backor central midfield, made almost 100 appearances for Pompey, had a short loan spell at Brentford, and enjoyed a period with Grimsby before linking up with Northampton.
United manager Simon Grayson said: "I'm delighted Jason has agreed to join us. There was a lot of interest in him and we've beaten a number of clubs to get him.
"He's a versatile right-back, and he's been a very consistent performer over the last couple of seasons.
"He has good experience, having started with Arsenal and playing regularly for Portsmouth.
"I see Jason as another valuable member of our squad with the aim being to get promoted next season."
Following the signing of Jason Crowe, the club will not be continuing discussions with Frazer Richardson, who is out of contract on June 30. |
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BillH
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One in, one out. The good thing about Crowe is that he usually chips in a few goals each season. The bad thing is that he's been a member of a leaky Northampton defence for the past few years, and at 30 he's probably not going to improve a lot.
OK for this level, but can't see him holding down a place in the Championship, should we get there.
At least Ken can now save on Frazer's wages, which must be good, right?
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wewantourdarbyback
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One of the players that Wobbs fans really rated. Some crying going on about him leaving atm on thehotelend.
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raveydavey
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Reading between the lines it would seem that a decision has been taken on how much to offer Frazer and he's not snapped their hands off so they've found someone else. The result is he's now out of contract and out in the cold.
Harsh, but thats the way things are at the moment. This is life under Ken.
I'll wish Frazer all the best for the future and I'm sure he'll soon be snapped up by another club.
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wewantourdarbyback
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I wish Frazer all the best, but Crowe is a better defender.
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