Jimmy Kebe joins Leeds United

Crystal Palace winger Jimmy Kebe has agreed a deal to join Championship side Leeds United on an initial loan until the end of the season.

The deal for the former Reading man includes an option to make it permanent, with Leeds boss Brian McDermott believing that he is an excellent player for the level the club is currently at.

"Jimmy is a player that I scouted from France in 2006," he told the club's official website. "He has fantastic pace, he is a real team player, and he made and scored goals for us in the Championship and the Premier league.

"I'm delighted he's come on board and I'm really looking forward to working with him again."

Kebe played for Reading between 2008 and 2013.