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Stoke City have confirmed that Jack Butland has joined Leeds United on loan until the end of the season.

The 22-year-old keeper had been in discussions with the Championship outfit ahead of a move, and Potters boss Mark Hughes revealed on Friday morning that the stopper had completed his switch.

Speaking to the Potters' official website, the Welshman said: “Hopefully he can go there, get games and continue his development, because he has had a good year.

“He has been out on loan already, and then played a few Premier League games which was crucial for him.

“Now this opportunity to go to Leeds, where they have a big fanbase and big expectations will be another good step for him."

Butland has forged a reputation as one of the brightest young goalkeepers in England over the last few years and made his Three Lions debut in a 2-1 win against Italy in August 2012.

The international run-out meant Butland became England's youngest ever goalkeeper at just 19 years and 158 days and Leeds manager Brian McDermott expressed his delight with the capture.

"We’re delighted to agree a deal to secure the services of Jack until the end of the season," he told Leeds' official website.

“Obviously he has high ambitions. He has already been involved in the England squad and I know he is very much looking forward to coming in and being part of the group we have here.”