Kenny Tete: Dutch defender joins on four-year deal from Lyon

Fulham have signed Netherlands defender Kenny Tete from French membership Lyon for an undisclosed price.

Tete, who has 13 worldwide caps, started his profession at Ajax earlier than becoming a member of Lyon in 2017.

"The workforce is again within the Premier League now and I'll give 100% to maintain us there," the Dutchman mentioned after finishing his transfer on Thursday.

The suitable-back helped his former facet attain the Champions League semi-finals in August and performed in opposition to Dijon final week.

"It's a nice feeling. I really feel blessed to be right here," Tete instructed FFCtv. "I can not wait to start out my new journey and meet my new team-mates.

Fulham host Arsenal of their opening Premier League fixture of the brand new season on Saturday (12:30 BST).

Tony Khan, Fulham's sporting director, mentioned the arrival of Tete "strengthened our squad to compete within the Premier League".

"He is a younger participant with nice expertise, and I am thrilled that he is becoming a member of us on an extended contract."