Dundee United's Lawrence Shankland seals Belgium move
The Scotland international has completed his move to Beerschot
Dundee United striker Lawrence Shankland has completed his move to Belgian side Beerschot.
The Scotland international had just a year left on his Tannadice contract and the club have decided to cash in on him.
Reports suggest the fee for the striker could rise to over ÂŁ1million with future add-ons taken into account.
Shankland burst onto the scene at Tannadice with 28 goals in 33 games in the Championship after joining from Ayr United in 2019.
He scored eight Premiership goals last season and has had a bright start to this campaign - scoring three times in the Premier Sports Cup.
The 26-year old has also been capped three times by Scotland - scoring once.
Shankland told the official website: “I have really enjoyed my time at Dundee United and I would like to thank everyone at the Club from the playing staff and coaches to the support staff both at Tannadice and St Andrews.
"I came to United with the objective of developing personally and helping the club get back to the Premiership and I now see it is the right time to take the next step in my career development elsewhere."
“The fans support for me was amazing right from the off and I will always be grateful for their backing and, hopefully, I will be back one day to see them all. I also have to mention the backing I have received from the chairman and vice-chairman who made me feel such a part of this club and welcomed me in so warmly.
"I leave knowing there is an excellent squad and great coaches at United and I am excited to see how successful this season will be for them. I now look forward to my future in Belgium and cannot wait to get started. Thank you to everyone at Dundee United.”