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Manchester City Announce the Signing of Dutch Defensive Starlet Philippe Sandler

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Manchester City have announced the signing of 21-year-old centre-back Philippe Sandler.

The Premier League champions, intent on improving their squad this summer, have brought in a new defender who will hope to compete for a place in Pep Guardiola's setup next season.

"Manchester City are delighted to confirm the signing of Dutch defender Philippe Sandler," the Sky Blues reported via their official website.

The 21-year-old, a product of the Ajax youth system and capped for his national U20s side, has moved from Eredivisie team PEC Zwolle.

"At 6ft 2in tall Sandler is a commanding presence at centre-back, while also comfortable in a holding midfield role.