Norwich sign RB Salzburg midfielder Forson

Amankwah ForsonImage source, Getty Images
Image caption,

Amankwah Forson has played in the Champions League for RB Salzburg.

  • Published

Norwich have signed Ghanaian midfielder Amankwah Forson from Austrian club RB Salzburg for an undisclosed fee.

The 21-year-old, who appeared in the Champions League last season, has signed a four-year contract with the Canaries.

He said:, external "I'm really happy and excited to come to the club.

"The head coach has worked before with so many young players, it's really nice to be here working with him."

Sporting director Ben Knapper said Forson is a "great fit" for Norwich and would add "quality and versatility" to the squad.

Norwich begin their Championship campaign under new manager Johannes Hoff Thorup against newly promoted Oxford United on Saturday afternoon.

They have also signed England Under-21 international Callum Doyle, Jose Cordoba and Ben Chrisene this summer.