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Kaiserslautern capture Dane

Image: Jessen: Looking forward to new season

Kaiserslautern have completed the signing of Leon Jessen from FC Midtjylland on a four-year deal.

Defender excited by 'big challenge' in Germany

Kaiserslautern have completed the signing of defender Leon Jessen from FC Midtjylland on a four-year contract. The newly-promoted Bundesliga side have reinforced their squad as they prepare for life in back in the German top-flight after a four-year absence. Midtjylland have been paid an undisclosed fee for Jessen, who was cut from Denmark's preliminary World Cup squad, and the left-sided defender is now looking forward to the next stage in his career. The 24-year-old told Kaiserslautern's official website: "A move to Kaiserslautern in the Bundesliga is a big challenge. Great fans, a giant atmosphere - I cannot wait until the season starts." Kaiserslautern general manager Stefan Kuntz said: "Leon Jessen is a player from the pre-selection of the Denmark World Cup squad. "We are delighted to have signed a player of his quality."