Whites extend Gradel loan

Leicester and Leeds agree to maximum extension

Last updated: 30th December 2009   Subscribe to RSS Feed

Whites extend Gradel loan

Gradel: Extends Leeds stay

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Leeds United have extended the loan stay of Leicester winger Max Gradel until 17th January.

The 22-year-old initially moved to Elland Road for one month in October, but after a number of eye-catching performances the Whites agreed a deal to keep him until 2nd January.

This latest extension takes Gradel's contract up to the maximum 93-day continuous period under the terms of a normal loan agreement, meaning he can play in the league games against Wycombe and Exeter.

The Ivorian youngster has made 14 appearances for Leeds so far this season, netting three goals, and speculation has mounted that his move could be made permanent.

Leeds are currently eight points clear at the top of League One with a game in hand and take on arch-rivals Manchester United in the FA Cup on Sunday.

However, Leicester have refused to give permission for Gradel to take part in the game at Old Trafford.