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Ron-Robert Zieler left Manchester United without making a senior appearance

Premier League champions Leicester City have signed goalkeeper Ron-Robert Zieler from Hannover 96 for an undisclosed fee.

The 27-year-old, who was part of the Germany squad that won the 2014 World Cup, has agreed a four-year deal.

"I heard about the great atmosphere and the fans, so my first impression is very good," he told the club website. external-link

Zieler began his professional career at Manchester United, but never played a first-team game.

He was sent out loan to League One side Northampton in 2009, for whom he played two games.

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