Elding is Crewe's sixth signing of the summer (Getty)

Crewe's new signing Anthony Elding says he wants to repay the faith the club have shown in him by scoring goals.

The 26-year-old striker has signed a three-year deal at the Alexandra Stadium after joining for an undisclosed fee from Leeds.

Elding told BBC Radio Stoke: "I'm very happy to be here, it's been a long time coming but I'm ready to go.

"Steve Holland and Dario Gradi have sold the club to me, now I hope give something back by scoring goals."

Elding originally turned down a move to Crewe in January in order to move in Elland Road.

But, despite a prolific time at former club Stockport where he scored 24 goals in 38 league starts, Elding found his opportunities at Leeds limited.

He scored once in just four starts.

"Every footballer needs to play, and I'm no different" he said.

"Now it's case of proving myself right, rather than proving anyone else wrong.

"I want to show that I am capable of doing it at this level."