Alexander Sorloth: Crystal Palace sign Norway striker from FC Midtjylland

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Alexander Sorloth, son of former Norway international Goran Sorloth, has 12 caps for Norway

Crystal Palace have signed striker Alexander Sorloth from Danish side FC Midtjylland for a reported £9m, external on a four-and-a-half-year contract.

The 22-year-old Norway international has scored 15 goals in 26 games so far this season.

"It's a dream come true to play in the Premier League," said Sorloth. "I've dreamt about this since I was six.

"It's a big club with ambition, a good club who takes good care of its players."

Sorloth will wear the number nine shirt at Palace.

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