Krasnodar sign Norwegian striker Erik Botheim

Krasnodar have completed the transfer of Norwegian forward Erik Botheim. The 21-year-old striker has signed a contract with the Bulls until the end of June 2025.

He made his debut at the age of 15 in 2015 for FK Lyn. The following year he signed a contract with Rosenborg for whom he went on to play 34 matches and score nine goals, before joining Bodo/Glimt earlier this year.

Botheim has been a regular at youth team level for Norway, taking part at the under-17 and under-19 Euros in 2017 and 2018. In total, the striker has scored 14 goals for his country but is awaiting his full senior debut.