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Leeds United told why Weston McKennie is 'perfect' for them after Juventus transfer

Tony Dorigo has claimed that Weston McKennie's partnership with Tyler Adams in midfield will be "a match made in heaven" after he joined the Whites this month.

The American midfielder arrives at Elland Road on an initial loan deal but the Juventus man looks likely to become a permanent Leeds player with an option to buy included in the deal. The 24-year-old will team up with compatriots Adams and Brenden Aaronson under head coach Jesse Marsch.

And Dorigo has picked out McKennie's pending midfield relationship with Adams as one of the main reasons why Leeds supporters should be excited ahead of his potential debut against Nottingham Forest in the Premier League this weekend.

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