'Not just a target man' - Moller joins United from St Gallen

New Dundee United striker Nikolaj Moller is a "terrific physical profile" who is "perfectly suited to the combative nature" of Scottish football, says manager Jim Goodwin.

The Swedish forward has arrived from Swiss top-flight side St Gallen on an initial two-year deal, with a club-held option of an additional year.

A former Arsenal, Bologna and Malmo youth player, the 23-year-old spent last season on loan at Stromsgodset in Norway, scoring five goals in 24 games.

"He's more than just a traditional target man," Goodwin said of his new recruit, who scored once in 23 games for St Gallen.

"He has the rare blend of height, technical ability and raw pace, which allows him to play with his back to goal and link the game, or stretch opposition defences with selfless runs into the channels.

"These attributes gave him the opportunity to learn within some elite footballing environments during his formative years, and he's a more well-rounded player thanks to those experiences.

"At just 23, Nikolaj has already tested himself across numerous European countries, all with different cultures on and off the park - that speaks volumes about his adaptability and ambition.

"We believe Tannadice is the right environment for him to settle, develop further and showcase his talents at senior level."