Bannan played 24 times for Blackpool while on loan last season

Leeds United have brought in Aston Villa midfielder Barry Bannan on loan until the end of the season.

The 21-year-old Scotland international arrives at Elland Road after making 19 appearances for Villa in all competitions this season.

He also has experience of promotion to the Premier League after playing on loan at Blackpool last season.

"He's lively and can pass the ball," United assistant manager Glynn Snodin told BBC Radio Leeds.

"We needed to get a midfield player in, in case anything happens to the other three that have been playing in there.

"He's had a few games at Aston Villa and at Scotland, but he wants the ball, wants to play, has legs and has energy and he loves the game as well."

Bannan goes straight into the squad for Leeds' trip to Preston on Tuesday.

Villa will retain a recall clause on their player which can be used after 28 days.

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