Former Manchester United defender Alexander Buttner claims to have snubbed advances from Celtic and Rangers in order to agree a move to MLS outfit the New England Revolution.
The Dutch full-back will be heading to America for the start of the 2020 campaign.
He had offers to remain in Europe, but is ready for a new challenge after severing ties with Eredivisie side Vitesse Arnhem over the summer.
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Terms were tabled to keep him in his homeland, while offers were considered by leading sides from Scotland and Turkey.