Konstantinos Tzolakis says the challenge of playing in the Premier League, coupled with representing Hull City, was an opportunity too good to turn down.
Tzolakis became City’s club-record signing when his move from Greek giants Olympiacos was confirmed on Wednesday.
The arrival of Tzolakis is a significant move for the newly-promoted Tigers, who have eclipsed the £13.2m they paid for Ryan Mason a decade ago.
A Greek international with a host of honours during his time in Piraeus, the 23-year-old met his new teammates in Istanbul over the weekend and will train for the first time on Wednesday when City’s players return to Cottingham.
He could get his first run-out for Sergej Jakirovic’s Tigers this weekend when they face Eintracht Frankfurt in Germany on Saturday.
“I am very happy to be here. It’s a big honour to join Hull City. I am ready for a new chapter in my career,” the Greek stopper said.
“I met all the players and staff in Türkiye, and I thank them for the warm welcome. With Olympiacos, I had a successful career with a Conference League title, championship and a cup, also European games and Champions League.
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“Hull City is something different because we are playing in the Premier League. We have to fight against top players, so it’s a challenge for me.
“I feel ready. I will give everything I have every single day in training to help our team to achieve its goals.
“I’m excited to be in England. I wanted to come to Hull City because the Premier League is the top stage. I know Hull have passionate supporters, so I can’t wait to play for them.”
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