FC Midtjylland have signed experienced defender Andreas Maxsø. The 32-year-old centre-back joins the club on a free transfer and has put pen to paper on a deal that runs until the end of the year.
Sporting director Kristian Bach Bak explained that injuries and suspensions in defence necessitated a quick reinforcement. "We are in a situation right now where we have several of our centre-backs who are injured," said Bach Bak. He stressed that the club rarely makes such agreements but that Maxsø's profile was a perfect fit.
"He will come in from day one and be an active part of the dressing room," the sporting director added. He pointed to Maxsø's height, playing style, character and set-piece abilities as key factors. The former Brondby captain is expected to contribute immediate experience.
The arrival comes as FC Midtjylland sit in a strong second place in the Superliga with 19 points from nine games. The team is unbeaten in its last five league matches, with three wins and two draws. The next challenge is a top-of-the-table clash against league leaders FC Copenhagen at home on October 11th, a match where defensive stability will be key.
Maxsø's contract expires at the turn of the year.
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