Monchengladbach sign youngster Poulsen from FC Midtjylland

Source: Xinhua| 2018-06-20 08:56:50|Editor: ZD
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BERLIN, Jun 19 (Xinhua) -- Borussia Monchengladbach have completed the transfer of defender Andreas Poulsen from Danish side FC Midtjylland, the Bundesliga club confirmed in an official statement on Tuesday.

The Foals have reinforced their defence with the signing of Danish youngster Poulsen, who penned a five-year deal lasting until June 2023.

"Andreas is a highly talented left back with speed and attacking drive. He made the step into professional football in Denmark. Now he will take his next career step with us. We are happy that he has opted for Monchengladbach," sporting director Max Eberl said.

The 18-year-old new arrival made eleven competitive appearances overall for Midtjylland.

"Borussia is a great club. They play great football here. The club relies on young players, which is very important to me," Poulsen told the club's official homepage.

Monchengladbach completed the 2017-2018 Bundesliga season in 9th place on the standings.

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