By Rune Gjerulff@runegjerulff

Confirmed: Stuttgart sign Konstantinos Mavropanos on loan from Arsenal

VfB Stuttgart have taken Greek centre-back Konstantinos Mavropanos on loan from Arsenal.
Konstantinos Mavropanos has joined newly-promoted Bundesliga side VfB Stuttgart on a season-long loan deal from Arsenal, the two clubs have announced.

"The move to VfB is a new challenge in my career," said the centre-back, who spent the second half of last season on loan at FC Nürnberg.

"I would like to thank the management and the coach for the trust they have placed in me. My goal is to return that trust with good performances and to do my part to ensure a successful season for VfB," he added.

Stuttgart boss Sven Mislintat commented:

"Konstantinos is a strong and fast player, who fits in very well with us with hisabilities and ambition."

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