Leeds will confirm Javi Gracia as the successor to Jesse Marsch on Tuesday - with the Spaniard signing up on an initial deal until the end of the season.
Leeds United have confirmed the appointment of former Watford boss Javi Gracia as their new head coach on a flexible contract.
Gracia, who is awaiting a work permit, plans to bring in staff from his native Spain.
Leeds are hopeful his first match in charge will come against fellow Premier League strugglers Southampton on Saturday.
The West Yorkshire club renewed their search for Jesse Marsch’s replacement after a 1-0 defeat by Everton on Saturday.
They have now turned to Gracia, who has been out of work since leaving Al Saad in Qatar last June.
Under-21s coach Michael Skubala had taken.
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Free agent Ghana international Andre Ayew could still join a Premier League club, with talks set to continue over a potential move, according to reports.
Xavi has warned Cristiano Ronaldo he may be in for rude awakening in Saudi Arabia with Al-Nassr. Many fans believe the Portuguese star took the soft option by leaving Europe.