Brann bring in Ophaug
Monday, March 24, 2003
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Moss FK captain Jan Tore Ophaug has joined SK Brann on a three-year contract.
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Moss FK captain Jan Tore Ophaug has joined SK Brann on a three-year contract worth €500,000.
'Dream come true'
"This is something like a dream come true," said the 25-year-old defender. "I have always wanted to play for Brann. I have family in the area and this will help me settle. It was not difficult too negotiate personal terms, and I am really looking forward to this. I am ambitious and see this as a huge challenge."
Four newcomers
Ophaug is the fourth player to join Brann ahead of the new Tippeliga season, which starts on 12 April and he is expected to form a central defensive partnership with Roy Wassberg. The other newcomers at the cluib are Nigerian international midfield player Seyi Olofinjana, Runar Normann and highly-rated midfield player Kenneth Storvik. Brann begin their campaign on 14 April with an away game against SFK Lyn.
