Transfer news: Johan Elmander returns to Brondby
Wednesday 25 June 2014 17:37, UK
Former Bolton Wanderers and Norwich City striker Johan Elmander has re-joined Brondby after being released by Galatasaray.
The 33-year-old Sweden international moved to the Turkish club in 2011 from Bolton and played on loan for Norwich in the 2013-14 season.
Elmander scored three goals in 34 matches in all competitions for the Canaries, but only one of those were in the Premier League.
The former Feyenoord forward has now gone back to Danish outfit Brondby on a two-year contract.
"(Johan) is undoubtedly a player from the top shelf," sporting director Per Rud told the club's official website. "Besides having an amazing history with Brondby, Johan Elmander is still an incredibly talented footballer.
"He starred last season in 28 appearances for Norwich in the Premier League, and in the seasons before he has played more than 50 matches for Galatasaray. This does not happen without being physically fit and having a very high energy while playing level.
"In our conversations with Elmander, he has shown great desire to be a part of our project, and we expect that, in addition to raising our team, (he) will have a major impact on building the winning culture of the club and the development of our many young players.
"Similar to Thomas Kahlenberg we (see) Elmander as a carrier of culture at the club. With his vast experience, he will be invaluable for our young squad and the talents that are waiting."
