The Spaniard's time at Elland Road was short-lived as his departure was confirmed earlier this week
Former Leeds United midfielder Marc Roca has broken his silence after leaving the club for La Liga outfit Real Betis earlier this week by sending a message to the White supporters.
In his season-long stint with them, he scored four goals in 37 appearances, three more than he managed for the Whites in the same amount of matches, and has now completed a permanent move despite having two more years on his current contract with Leeds.While it's still unclear how much Betis paid for the star, LeedsLive understands that it must be a fee of at least £5m due to the deal not being marked down as a loss on the club's Profitability and Sustainability projections.
"Perseverance, positive energy and pride of belonging are some of the most outstanding principles of this big family. I am convinced that the effort, passion and ambition coupled with the communication between the team and the fans, will lead us to achieve the highest objectives. I sincerely appreciate the support I received from the wonderful Verdiblanca family. Let’s go for it all."
Roca was the club's first exit of the summer which commanded a fee, although several free moves and loan spells were confirmed beforehand including Sonny Perkins loan move to Leyton Orient, Luke Ayling's permanent switch to Middlesborough, Ian Poveda entering free agency and Lewis Bate leaving for Stockport County.
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