The 19-year-old is a product of the Whites' academy and he made his full debut - after an appearance in the Papa John's Trophy for Leeds' Under 21s - in a Carabao Cup tie against Hull City in September 2020, and he has gained Premier League experience with United, playing five times in addition to further Cup appearances.
Cresswell trained with his new team-mates for the first time on Monday morning and boosts Rowett's defensive options ahead of the 2022/23 Sky Bet Championship campaign.