Jermaine Beckford says he is 'excited' by the prospect of former Watford boss Javi Gracia succeeding Jesse Marsch as Leeds United manager.
The Leeds board suffered a number of setbacks in their quest to find a replacement for Marsch, but have now settled on their man.
Gracia has been appointed as the new Leeds manager on a 'flexible contract', and will be in the dugout against Southampton at Elland Road 'subject to obtaining the necessary work permissions'.
The Spaniard previously managed Watford in the Premier League, and also guided the Hornets into the FA Cup final for the first time in 35 years in 2019.
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Former Leeds forward Beckford has given the appointment his seal of approval.
Beckford tweeted: "Good appointment. Knows the league and knows his stuff. I'm exciting to see what he brings."
Gracia now faces the tough task of steering Leeds away from relegation having gone 10 league games without a win.
The Whites plunged into the bottom three over the weekend following a 1-0 defeat at relegation rivals Everton and sit 19th place in the Premier League.
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