Welcome to Bournemouth: Justin Kluivert Joins Cherries
Bournemouth have made their first signing under new boss Andoni Iraola with the arrival of Dutch forward Justin Kluivert from Roma in a reported £9.6m deal. The 24-year-old has signed a long-term contract and will be looking to make an immediate impact at the Vitality Stadium.
About Justin Kluivert
Justin Kluivert is a 24-year-old Dutch forward who has two caps for the Netherlands. He started his career in the Ajax youth system and moved to Serie A side Roma in 2018. He struggled to establish himself in the Italian capital and subsequently enjoyed loan spells at RB Leipzig, Nice and in La Liga. Last term, he was on loan at Valencia, scoring eight goals in 29 appearances. Chief executive Neill Blake said Kluivert’s “arrival is a sign of his ambition, which is matched by ours”.
What Can Bournemouth Expect From Kluivert?
Justin Kluivert is an exciting and versatile attacking player who has an eye for goal. He is pacey, direct and boasts a high level of technical ability. Although he only recently turned 24, Justin has a wealth of experience and has played domestically at the highest level in five different countries. He will be looking to make an immediate impact at Bournemouth and help the Cherries push for a top-half finish in the 2023-24 Premier League season.
Bournemouth’s Need for Attackers
Newly-appointed Bournemouth head coach Iraola had been keen to bolster his side’s attack before the start of the new season. Dominic Solanke and midfielder Philip Billing were the club’s joint-top goalscorers last season with seven goals each. With the addition of Justin Kluivert, Bournemouth now have a formidable attacking line-up that can challenge for a top-half finish in the 2023-24 Premier League season.
Bournemouth Begin 2023-24 Premier League Campaign
Bournemouth begin their 2023-24 Premier League campaign at home to West Ham on 12 August. With the addition of Justin Kluivert, the Cherries will be looking to make an immediate impact and push for a top-half finish in the 2023-24 Premier League season.