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UTD Podcast: Smith recalls his transfer from Leeds

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Alan Smith opened up on UTD Podcast about his controversial move across the Pennines from Sunday's opponents...

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"You know the passion that both clubs have got and that’s why I loved playing for both clubs. Just because they are very, very similar.

"Leeds fans don’t like me for saying it, but the characteristics of both clubs are very, very similar in terms of the beliefs, the history of the clubs, the people who are involved in it, the styles.

“The passion of the fans is very, very similar. I think that’s why it made my transition quite easy in that first year.

“And you’re surrounded by world-class players, which makes it a little bit easier as well.”

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