Former West Ham United defender joins Terrors
The Northern Ireland international, 22, is United’s sixth summer signing.
Former West Ham United youngster Michael Forbes has joined Dundee United.
The Northern Ireland international, 22, is United’s sixth summer signing.
The 6ft 2” centre-back fills a position left vacant by the departed Krisztian Keresztes.
He arrives at Tannadice on a two-year deal, with a club-held option for a third year.
Forbes’ capture follows Jesse Randall, Lachie Rose, Joshua Rawlins, Jack Walton and Dylan Tait in committing to the Tangerines.
Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin said: “Michael is a player we’ve admired for some time and we’re delighted to bring him to Dundee United.
“He possesses all the attributes you look for in a modern defender. He’s physically strong, dominant in the air, comfortable on the ball and has shown real leadership qualities throughout his development.
“For someone still so young, he already has valuable experience at both club and international level, and we believe there’s significant room for further growth in his game.”
Forbes added: “I felt this was the right move at the right stage of my career. The club’s ambitions match my own and I’m looking forward to taking on a new challenge and showing what I can do.
“The opportunity to test myself in the Scottish Premiership and work under the manager and coaching staff here was something that really appealed to me.
He added: “I can’t wait to play in front of the supporters at Tannadice and hopefully create some special memories over the next few years.”