Jimmy Thelin has labelled the signing of Alexander Jensen on a four-year deal as a 'bit of a coup' after Aberdeen's months-long chase for the IF Brommapojkarna star was completed.

The Dons boss finally landed the versatile Dane - who can play in either the full-back or midfield positions - after plenty of hard work behind the scenes at Pittodrie.

The 23-year-old becomes Aberdeen's fourth addition of the January window and was the second of the day on Monday after the loan capture of Alfie Dorrington from Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham, writes the Daily Record.

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Speaking to the official club website on his move, Jensen 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.

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"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."

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.

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"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."