Bayern Munich have agreed a deal with Vancouver Whitecaps and MLS to sign teenage forward Alphonso Davies in January.
Davies has impressed for the Whitecaps since making his debut in 2016, making 55 first-team appearances and scoring three times in the league.
The 17-year-old s progression in MLS has earned him six international caps with Canada and attracted the attention of Europe s top clubs.
Bayern have won the race for his signature, though, signing a contract until 2023 with the Bundesliga champions.
Alphonso Davies is a very big talent, said Bayern sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic.
At the age of 17, he offers a lot of promise for the future. Alphonso already possesses great ability, which is why a lot of top clubs were keen on him.
I m delighted he s chosen Bayern. I want to thank everyone who worked on this transfer, especially our scouting and legal departments. It was outstanding teamwork.
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He’s joined the club on a contract running until 2023
— FC Bayern English (@FCBayernEN)
Davies is relishing the chance to play in Europe and cannot wait to move to Germany in January.
He said: I m very happy about my transfer to Bayern. As a kid I always dreamed about this moment and now the dream has come true.
But now the hard work continues, I have to give everything to make the most of this opportunity.
