“I hope to really kickstart my Premier League career here,” says Fulham’s newest signing Shea Charles.
The versatile midfielder has left Championship club Southampton and penned a five-year contract at Craven Cottage, with a club option for a further year.
Charles made 38 appearances in all competitions last season, scoring six goals and registering two assists, as Tonda Eckert’s side narrowly missed out on Premier League promotion.
“I am buzzing to finally get it over the line,” Charles told FFCtv, external. “The club has got a really good foundation from the bottom to the top.
“It is a great club with a really good vision, the manager explained that to me. It is a massive privilege to be here.
“I hope to really kickstart my Premier League career here, at such a good club as well. It is perfect for me and hopefully perfect for the fans as well.”
Director of Football Operations Tony Khan added: “I am thrilled to welcome Shea Charles to Fulham! He is an exciting young player.
“He has quickly gained important experience in both domestic competitions and at international level, as the youngest ever captain of Northern Ireland.
“This is an excellent opportunity for him to join Fulham and continue his development under Alvaro Arbeloa’s leadership.”
The transfer makes Manchester City academy graduate Charles the most expensive Northern Irish footballer of all time.
