Headline: Preston North End Signs Midfielder Leo Leroy from Basel
Preston North End has secured the signing of French midfielder Leo Leroy from Basel on a three-year deal. The 26-year-old previously played in Ligue 1 for Montpellier before moving to the Swiss Super League, where he spent the last two years with Basel.
During his tenure at Basel, Leroy showcased his skills in both the Champions League and Europa League. He made a total of 81 appearances, scoring four goals, while contributing to the team’s successes in winning the league title and the Swiss Cup.
Preston’s manager, Paul Heckingbottom, expressed confidence in Leroy’s potential to enhance the team’s performance. He highlighted Leroy’s technical ability, experience, and comfort in handling the ball in deeper positions, as well as his inclination to join in attacks. “He’s a good technical player, with great experience and someone who’s comfortable getting on the ball in deeper positions, but also someone who likes to join the attacks as well,” Heckingbottom stated on the club’s website.
Preston North End is set to begin their Championship campaign against local rivals Bolton on Saturday.
Preston have signed French midfielder Leo Leroy from Basel on a three-year-deal.
The 26-year-old previously played in Ligue 1 for Montpellier before spending the last two years in the Swiss Super League with Basel.
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During his time there Leroy played in both the Champions League and Europa League as well as winning the league and Swiss Cup, scoring four goals in 81 appearances.
Preston boss Paul Heckingbottom said Leroy will bring quality, calmness and experience to what he hopes will be a promotion push at Deepdale.
“He’s a good technical player, with great experience and someone who’s comfortable getting on the ball in deeper positions, but also someone who likes to join the attacks as well,” Heckingbottom told the club website.
Preston open their Championship campaign at local rivals Bolton on Saturday.
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