Swiss starlet Shaqiri to swap Basel for Bayern
Reuters - Thursday 09 February 2012, 08:22
Bayern Munich have signed
Switzerland forward Xherdan Shaqiri from FC Basel on a four-year
contract commencing this summer to boost their front-line, the
club said on Thursday.
"We are delighted to have signed one of Europe's most
sought-after talents with Xherdan Shaqiri," said sports director
Christian Nerlinger in a statement.
The pint-sized 20-year-old, who will officially join from
July 1, signed a deal until 2016.
"Xherdan will strengthen our team from next season with his
football intelligence and dribbling", said Bayern coach Jupp
Heynckes.
"I have been watching him for some time and I am convinced
he can become an important player for the club."
Bayern take on Shairi's Basel in their Champions League
round of 16 later this month.