Tajon Buchanan has joined Inter from Club Brugge, making history as the first Canadian player in Serie A

Inter Milan has officially signed winger Tajon Buchanan (24) from Club Brugge, making him the first Canadian to grace Italy’s Serie A, as announced by the club on Friday. According to Italian media, the versatile 24-year-old has inked a four-and-a-half-year contract, reportedly for a base fee of seven million euros with the potential for an additional three million euros in bonuses. 24hscore

Buchanan, who has earned 35 caps for Canada and started in all three group matches at the 2022 World Cup, showcased his skills in 12 league appearances for Brugge this season, scoring two goals.

Buchanan expressed his pride: “I’m proud to be the first Canadian to play in the Italian league; it’s a great achievement that makes me very proud.” He added, “I’ve been following Inter for a long time; it’s a team I see myself in. I’m excited about what awaits me.”

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Juventus is trailing Inter by two points in the Serie A rankings. Inter will visit Hellas Verona on Saturday.