‘Bristol City is the best place for me to improve’ - Stefan Bajic’s first thoughts after joining

Stefan Bajic says that Bristol City is the best place for him after becoming the fourth signing of the summer.

The 20-year-old has joined the Robins on a free transfer and has put pen to paper on a three-year deal.

He is expected to challenge club captain Daniel Bentley for the number one spot as Nigel Pearson recruits his own goalkeeper.

His move is subject to obtaining a work visa clearance as is the nature of international transfers following the United Kingdom’s decision to leave the European Union. Bajic isn’t expected to be thrown into action straight away as he recovers from minor wrist surgery.

Reports in France claimed that the player had rejected offers from Valenciennes and a Belgian club to join City.

Speaking to Robins TV, he said: “I’m very happy to join Bristol City. I’m excited to discover a new club and a new championship - I think Bristol City is the best place for me to improve.

“I know English football because I have watched the Premier League and the Championship on TV.

“The Championship is a great league with a great intensity. It’s more physical and more technical, and I am sure it’s the best league for me to progress and achieve my goals.”

The move is expected to see Max O’Leary depart on loan with MK Dons reportedly making an enquiry for him.

Bajic came through the academy at French outfit As Saint-Etienne and was their youngest ever debutant, bursting onto the scene as a 17-year-old. He had begun the season with the then Ligue One side and made a handful of appearances.

In search of first-team football, he dropped down a division and played for Pau, helping them to a mid-table finish last year. Seeking a new playing opportunity to enhance his international prospects with the France Under-21 team, he moved across the English channel to impress his boss.