LEEDS United will attempt to strengthen their attack after agreeing to sign midfielder Sean Gregan from West Bromwich Albion in a deal worth up to £1million, depending on appearances.

Gregan, 30, had medicals in Leeds yesterday and the results are expected in time for him to make his debut at Crewe on Saturday.

Manager Kevin Blackwell said: "Everything is agreed. Sean is another leader of men and has the desire I am looking for.

"We've been working to get him for four weeks and the board have been magnificent in their efforts. His presence will give us a strong spine to the team."

Gregan becomes Blackwell's 12th signing but only his second cash buy, left back Stephen Crainey having cost £200,000 from Southampton last month.

Blackwell tried and failed to sign Birmingham striker Stern John last week and has now missed out on Crystal Palace's Scotland international hit-man Dougie Freedman, 30, who has opted to stay at Selhurst Park and fight for his place.

Blackburn Rovers' Matt Jansen has also been linked with a possible move to Elland Road.

Updated: 10:19 Thursday, September 16, 2004