Anderlecht snare Moldovan prodigy
Wednesday, August 14, 2002
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RSC Anderlecht have completed the signing of hot property Denis Calincov.
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Caught the eye
The 16-year-old caught the attention of several major clubs throughout Europe at the UEFA European Under-17 Championship in Denmark in the spring. Moldova lost all three games in the tournament, but Calincov scored five goals.
Major chase
AFC Ajax, Brescia Calcio, Udinese Calcio and PFC CSKA Moscow were reportedly chasing the young striker, but he has opted to join Anderlecht, signing a three-year deal after impressing Hugo Broos, the new head coach of the Belgian club.
Sustained an injury
Cailncov sustained an injury in pre-season training this summer and is expected to begin his Anderlecht career with the youth side. However he is expected to join the senior squad as soon as he regains full fitness.