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.