MIDDLESBROUGH’S first signing of the summer Viktor Fischer has revealed his delight at sealing a move to a “big club” in the Premier League.

The Ajax winger has returned to Denmark to join up with the national team ahead of a friendly with Bosnia on June 3 after spending yesterday on Teesside to finalise the move.

The £3.8m switch from Amsterdam cannot officially go through until the international transfer window opens on June 9 but everything is in place and agreed for the deal to happen.

Fischer, speaking in Denmark, said: “I signed with Middlesbrough yesterday. I’m very happy to make this move to a big club in possibly the biggest league in the world.

“I have always dreamed of playing for the biggest teams in England. At this point in my career Middlesbrough is a major club where I look forward to face the challenges ahead.”

The 21-year-old is regarded as one of his country’s most promising talents and has been likened to Tottenham’s Christian Eriksen, although injuries over the last couple of years have prevented him from finding consistency.

He is, though, renowned for his ability in front of goal, despite tending to play behind or wide of the front-man.

Fischer said: “I spoke to Christian on Tuesday and I also spoke to Kasper Schmeichel but I find it hard to discuss choices with others.

“And I get a very good feeling with Middlesbrough. It is the right thing for me.”

Middlesbrough head coach Aitor Karanka is expecting quick progress on a number of fronts in the transfer market ahead of pre-season training in July.

And Karanka has explained to Fischer where he wants him to play.

The Danish international said: "I had a good talk with him. He sees me as a left winger or striker. Maybe he sees the game in an unconventional way compared to other managers but there is no questioning his skills.

"This is a big dream for me. I am already in love with the English culture and I have been met with great warmth at the club."