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Villa sign Leeds star Delph

SoccerNews in General Soccer News 4 Aug 2009

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Premier League side Aston Villa have completed the signing of English midfielder Fabian Delph from Leeds United for an undisclosed fee, which is believed to be around £5m.

The England Under-21 international has produced some sparkling performances for the League One side in recent years, with the 18-year-old bagging Football League Young Player of the Year award and earning a place in the PFA League One Team of the Year.

Such accolades and an exciting future meant a number of Premier League clubs being interested in securing his services.

But now it seems Villa have now won the chase for the 18-year-old.

Delph underwent a medical a medical earlier on Tuesday before agreeing personal terms at Villa Park.

Details of the deal have not been revealed but it is believed the fee could be worth up to £5million with add-ons.

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