Bayern swoop for Vancouver youngster Davies
Bayern Munich have agreed a deal with Vancouver Whitecaps and MLS to sign teenage forward Alphonso Davies in January.
Davies has impressed for the Whitecaps since making his debut in 2016, making 55 first-team appearances and scoring three times in the league.
The 17-year-old's progression in MLS has earned him six international caps with Canada and attracted the attention of Europe's top clubs.
Bayern have won the race for his signature, though, signing a contract until 2023 with the Bundesliga champions.
"Alphonso Davies is a very big talent," said Bayern sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic.
"At the age of 17, he offers a lot of promise for the future. Alphonso already possesses great ability, which is why a lot of top clubs were keen on him.
"I'm delighted he's chosen Bayern. I want to thank everyone who worked on this transfer, especially our scouting and legal departments. It was outstanding teamwork."
#FCBayern are delighted to announce the signing of @AlphonsoDavies!
— FC Bayern English (@FCBayernEN) July 25, 2018
He’s joined the club on a contract running until 2023 #MiaSanMia pic.twitter.com/yKSowVLsz7
Davies is relishing the chance to play in Europe and cannot wait to move to Germany in January.
He said: "I'm very happy about my transfer to Bayern. As a kid I always dreamed about this moment and now the dream has come true.
"But now the hard work continues, I have to give everything to make the most of this opportunity."