Major League Soccer side FC Dallas have completed the signing of Nigerian winger Daniel Job on a permanent transfer from Norwegian club Kongsvinger IL.
The 21-year-old has signed a contract running through the 2029 season, with an option for an additional year.
Job arrives in the United States after an impressive spell with Kongsvinger, where he registered eight goals and nine assists in 20 appearances.
The Nigerian reportedly joined FC Dallas for a fee in the region of $5.2 million.
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The deal is said to be the biggest transfer involving a player moving from the Norwegian lower leagues.
Dallas Expect Big Things From Job
FC Dallas Chief Soccer Officer Andre Zanotta expressed confidence in Job’s potential, highlighting the winger’s pace and attacking qualities.
“Daniel is a promising young winger who has excelled in Norway and generated a lot of interest from clubs across Europe,” Zanotta told the
club’s official website.
“We believe he has a lot of upside and the qualities to continue developing at FC Dallas, and we’re excited to have him here. His speed and ability to attack defenders will give us another dynamic option in the final third and add another element to our attack.”
Job will now look to continue his development in MLS and establish himself as an important attacking option for FC Dallas.
By Adeboye Amosu
