Leeds snap-up Vurnon Anita on free after his release from Newcastle United earlier this month
LEEDS have snapped up freebie Vurnon Anita on a three-year deal.
The Dutchman, 28, was on the lookout for a new club since leaving Newcastle earlier this month.
Vurnon Anita is wanted by Championship side Leeds UnitedRex FeaturesVurnon Anita was a popular figure at Newcastle UnitedReuters
Anita spent six seasons with the Toon after joining from Ajax in 2012.
He had an up-and-down spell during that period, suffering relegation from the Premier League two years ago.
But the versatile ace became one of Rafa Benitez’s most dependable players last season as the Magpies won promotion back to the top flight at the first attempt.
Often filling in at right-back, the holding midfielder made 31 appearances.
That has left many Newcastle supporters surprised he was not handed a new deal for his efforts.
Vurnon Anita is available on a free transferPA:Press AssociationThomas Christiansen is desperately trying to bolster his Leeds United squadGetty Images
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Leedshave capitalised on the talented ace’s free status.
New boss Thomas Christiansen is looking to build on the work Garry Monk started last term, where the club overachieved despite just missing out of the play-offs.
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