Left-back Luca Netz says he is "ready for a new challenge" after joining Nottingham Forest from Bundesliga side Borussia Monchengladbach.
The 22-year-old has signed a four-and-a-half-year deal for an undisclosed fee until the summer of 2030, having featured 124 times for the German club.
Netz came through the academy at Hertha Berlin before moving to Monchengladbach in 2021 and has scored three goals and provided 18 assists during his time there.
Speaking to club media, the Germany Under-21 international said: "Nottingham Forest is a great club with a unique history. The chance to play for this club in the Premier League immediately excited me.
"I am ready for a new challenge and the next step in my career. I am extremely motivated to get started here and am incredibly excited about the first training sessions and matches at the City Ground in front of our fans."
Forest global head of football Edu Gaspar added: "A part of the model is to add talented young players to the squad that can grow with us. Despite his age, Luca has played well over 100 times at the highest level in Germany, so we are signing a player with a good blend of potential and experience.
"With the ability to play on the left side, Luca brings balance to our team and we are all looking forward to see him settle in Nottingham and contribute for the rest of the season and beyond."
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