By Rune Gjerulff@runegjerulff

Stuttgart sign 19-year-old striker Alou Kuol

19-year-old Alou Kuol will join Stuttgart on a free transfer from Australia.
VfB Stuttgart have confirmed the signing of 19-year-old forward Alou Kuol from Australian side Central Coast Mariners.

The teenage forward makes the switch to Germany on a free transfer, having signed a contract until 2025.

"Alou Kuol has attracted attention as one of the top rookies in the Australian A-League and impressed us with his personality and ambition in our talks," said Stuttgart sporting director Sven Mislintat.

Kuol, who has scored seven goals in 16 games this season, commented:

"I am very happy and delighted to be given the opportunity to become a VfB Stuttgart player. VfB is a great club, where I want to take my next step.

"I will give everything and work hard to repay the trust of those in charge with my performances and develop as a player," stated the Sudanese-born striker.

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