Leeds United have confirmed the signing of defender Giuseppe Bellusci from Serie B outfit Catania on a year's loan.
The 24-year-old, nicknamed 'The Warrior' by Rossazzurri fans, will spend the 2014-15 season at Elland Road, subject to international clearance.
Leeds, owned by former Cagliari Calcio owner Massimo Cellino, announced the deal on their Twitter page.
DONE DEAL: We can confirm that Giuseppe Bellusci has signed a one-year loan deal from Catania, subject to international clearance #lufc
— Leeds United FC (@LUFC) August 12, 2014
Bellusci began his career at Ascoli, and is a former Italy Under-21 international.