July 16 2003

Julian Gray

Julian Gray could complete his move to Leeds United if he impresses in their friendly at Bristol City on Saturday.

Gray is out of contract and training with Leeds after rejecting a new deal with Crystal Palace.

However, Palace will receive a nominal fee for the 23-year-old due to his age. Gray told United's website that if he plays well enough, it could earn him the move.

He said: "It's been going very well for me, I'm just trying to get fit and then hopefully I'll play in that game on Saturday.

"It's a big opportunity for me to come to a big club like Leeds and I'm just out to do the very best I can and maybe I'll get the chance to sign.

"It's the Premiership and that's where I've always wanted to play. I'm training hard at the moment because I definitely want to get a contract."