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Aston Villa have signed highly-rated Dutch midfielder Leandro Bacuna.

The Holland Under-21 international moves to Villa Park from FC Groningen.

Bacuna was at Villa to undertake a medical today before completing his switch.

Despite only being 21, Bacuna has made over 100 appearances for Groningen since making his debut in 2009.

Bacuna is most comfortable in midfield, but can also operate as a wing back on either side.

Villa manager Paul Lambert hopes to make at least six new signings this summer.

Having wrapped up deals for Aleksandar Tonev and now Bacuna, Lambert is aiming to seal the transfers of striker Nicklas Helenius from Aalborg and Nordsjaelland defender Jores Okore.

Regarding Bacuna, Lambert said: "Leandro's energy and versatility will be really good for us.

"He's a good player, he has bags of energy and he will make an impact."

Bacuna said: "It feels great. It's a new beginning for me, a new step and I'm looking forward to being part of this young, hungry team we have at Villa.

"This is a dream come true for me and also for my parents who are delighted for me.

"It's a tremendous league to be a part of, the Premier League, and we want to show that Aston Villa can takes its place among the top teams.

"The manager is trying to create a new generation, to build something here and make a lot of young guys show what they can do. I'm up for the challenge.

"I'm a player who plays box-to-box, I like to run and I look to shoot."