{
  "id": 1924070,
  "title": "Leeds complete Elvedi signing",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/leeds-complete-elvedi-signing",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-19T11:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/leeds-complete-elvedi-signing-113000230.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Leeds United has completed the signing of Nico Elvedi from Borussia Mönchengladbach on a permanent deal. The 28-year-old German midfielder, who spent 11 years with the Bundesliga club, has completed 364 competitive appearances during his time in Mönchengladbach.\n\nBorussia Mönchengladbach head of sports Rouven Schröder expressed his disappointment at losing Elvedi, describing him as a \"legend\" and a \"true Borussia legend.\" Schröder acknowledged Elvedi's importance to the club both on the pitch and personally, noting that it was difficult for both the player and the club to part ways. However, Schröder respected Elvedi's desire to take on a new challenge in his career.\n\nElvedi, in his own statement, reflected on his time at Borussia Mönchengladbach, describing it as a pivotal period in his life. He highlighted the special moments he experienced, the friendships he formed, and the sense of family he found at the club. Elvedi expressed gratitude for the 11 years that shaped him and thanked the fans for their unwavering support. He also assured the fans that he would keep a close eye on Borussia Mönchengladbach's activities and would return to say goodbye in person.",
  "summary": "After 11 years at Borussia Mönchengladbach, Nico Elvedi has left the club to join Leeds United on a permanent deal, with both clubs confirming the transfer on Wednesday.“Legend is a word you should...",
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "BBC Sport Football",
        "title": "Leeds sign Elvedi from Borussia Monchengladbach",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/leeds-sign-elvedi-from-borussia-monchengladbach",
        "published": "2026-08-19T11:10:51.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}