Huddersfield have announced they have activated a clause in Elias Kachunga’s loan agreement with German side Ingolstadt to make his move permanent.
The Terriers signed Kachunga on an initial season-long loan deal last summer but the 24-year-old has been a huge hit at the Yorkshire club and David Wagner’s side have moved to secure his services in a £1.13m transfer.
Kachunga has put pen to paper on a deal that will run until 2020 and his permanent move will be completed when the transfer window re-opens on July 1.
“I said in the summer that this move was perfect for the club and the player, as the loan gave everyone the chance to see how Elias would adapt to English football. I think it’s now correct to say he has adapted well!” Wagner told the club’s official website.
“His style of play suits the English style perfectly. He has shown that he has learned from some early experiences in his career to become a better player. It’s more remarkable that he came to us as a competitor at number nine, but has made the place on the right of midfield his own through his performances.
“I know he is a very popular man with the players and fans, so completing this move is a great day for the club. The most exciting thing is that I believe, at 24 years old, there is still more to come from Elias!”
While the goals may have run dry of late, Kachunga is Huddersfield’s leading goalscorer in the Championship this season (10) and their chances of winning promotion to the Premier League could largely hinge on his performances in the final third.
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