Alexander Jensen completes Aberdeen transfer as Jimmy Thelin reveals form in Sweden makes capture a 'bit of a coup'
Alexander Jensen admits it feels nice to be wanted after joining Aberdeen.
Jimmy Thelin has been chasing the IF Brommapojkarna for months with lots of hard work going on behind the scenes at Pittodrie. He's finally landed his man on a four-year deal with Record Sport initially breaking the story about the Dons' interest in the versatile Dane who can play in either full-back or midfield positions.
The 23-year-old becomes Aberdeen's fourth addition of the January window and second of the day after the loan capture of Alfie Dorrington from Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham. Speaking to the official club website on his move, he explained: “I’m very happy. As soon as I heard of the interest from Aberdeen, I wanted to come here so it’s nice to finally be here.
“Aberdeen is a big club and I feel this is the right step for my career. The club were determined in their pursuit of me so it feels nice to be so wanted.
“I look forward to playing in front of the supporters and showing them what I can do. I will give everything I can for the team this season and in the future”
Boss Jimmy Thelin added: “It has taken a lot of work by people behind the scenes here at the club, and over a number of months, but we’re pleased to get this deal for Alexander over the line. It’s another piece of the jigsaw complete in terms of strengthening the squad, and providing some reinforcement, particularly as we are experiencing some long-term injuries at the moment.
“He is one the highest performing players in Sweden so it’s a bit of coup for us to get him to Aberdeen. He is a really versatile player so he will offer us flexibility across key areas of the pitch.
“He is currently at the end of a close season so he may take a little time to get up to speed, but we will work hard with him in the coming days and weeks and we are confident he will have a positive impact for Aberdeen this season and beyond.”
