Leeds United have confirmed the signing of defender Giuseppe Bellusci from Serie B outfit Catania on a year's loan.
The 24-year-old, nicknamed 'The Warrior' by Rossazzurri fans, will spend the 2014-15 season at Elland Road, subject to international clearance.
Leeds, owned by former Cagliari Calcio owner Massimo Cellino, announced the deal on their Twitter page.
Bellusci began his career at Ascoli, and is a former Italy Under-21 international.