Leeds secure O'Brien deal

Leeds have secured the permanent transfer of defender Andy O'Brien from Bolton.

United chairman Ken Bates revealed ahead of the New Year's Day draw against Middlesbrough that a deal has been agreed for O'Brien to join on a two-and-a-half-year contract.

The 31-year-old is currently on loan from the Trotters and has made 10 appearances.

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