Transfer done: BVB sign new striking gem | OneFootball

Another striking talent is joining Borussia Dortmund. BVB have officially announced the signing of a 16-year-old Icelander.

Borussia Dortmund have officially wrapped up the next transfer for their youth setup. The Black and Yellows have signed striker Bjarki Hrafn Gardarsson. The 16-year-old Icelander joins Dortmund from top-flight club UMF Stjarnan Gardabaer and is initially expected to play for coach Felix Hirschnagl’s U19 team.

Thomas Broich, sporting director of the youth academy, said: “Bjarki is a striker who is physically imposing and direct, and he also has a good feel for the penalty area. We’ve had him on our radar for quite a while and are very pleased that he has chosen BVB.”

The 1.94-meter-tall forward is regarded as one of the most promising talents of his age group in Iceland. Gardarsson made his professional debut for Stjarnan only in May, and he has already made three appearances in Iceland’s top division. The left-footer is also a regular member of Iceland’s U17 national team, for whom he has scored two goals in eight matches.

Transfer confirmed: BVB sign Bjarki Hrafn Gardarsson

With this signing, BVB are specifically strengthening the attack of their youth academy. Gardarsson is expected to take on an important role at the center of the attack and fill the gap left by Taycan Etcibasi’s departure. In the long term, those in charge also believe the youngster is capable of making the step up to professional level.

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In addition to his imposing physique, the youngster brings other qualities as well. Gardarsson is considered a classic center-forward who can hold up the ball and, despite his size, has good pace. He is also said to possess a strong finish, technical ability, and quality in set-piece situations. His game intelligence and strong willingness to learn are also said to have impressed Dortmund’s decision-makers.

With Gardarsson, Borussia Dortmund are continuing on their chosen path and, after Takato Yamamoto and Liam Claude Kanté, have secured another top international talent for their youth ranks. In the long term, the Icelandic forward is expected to take the next step in his development in Dortmund — with the clear goal of one day earning a place in the professional squad.

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