Jozefzoon highlights Frank factor as Leeds United miss out on winger to Derby
LEEDS UNITED have missed out on landing winger Florian Jozefzoon who has instead opted to sign for United's Championship rivals Derby County under Frank Lampard on a three-year deal.
The Whites moved to approach Brentford about Jozefzoon after becoming aware of the Dutch winger's availability last week after one and a half years at the Bees.
But despite United indicating that they would match Brentford’s valuation, the 27-year-old has instead opted to join the Rams and take up a lucrative salary under former England star and new Derby boss Lampard at Pride Park.
Jozefzoon has signed a three-year deal with Derby and joins for an undisclosed fee, believed to be £2.75m.
Asked for his reasons in choosing to sign for the Rams, Jozefzoon said: "They have a really good squad and good players and now a new manager.
“He was a big player and is now in his first job as a trainer so of course, I am excited.
"He always made a name for himself and I think he was the best scoring midfielder.
"He has a lot of experience as a player, he knows a lot of big trainers so for me the challenge was to come here and join them and see what the season will bring.”