Cardiff City have announced the permanent signing of goalkeeper Nathan Trott following a season-long loan at the club.

Trott has signed a three-year contract until 2029 at the Bluebirds, following a stellar season as the club’s number one goalkeeper.

The fee for the 27-year-old is reported to be around £1.5 million, which was agreed in the original loan deal with Danish side Copenhagen.

Trott played 41 games last season, keeping five clean sheets in his first five league games – a Cardiff City record.

“It’s something that I’ve wanted to get across the line,” Trott said.

“Through the course of the season, I think that all of us were on the same page to get it done, so for it to finally be done now is an amazing feeling.

“I think it’s the perfect group to be part of. With Brian we’ve got a good group of players; a good core of young players, the Welsh boys, a few experienced players, and I think we all just gel together really well.

“I’ve felt the love of the fans since the first game, and as the season has gone on it’s only grown every single game.

“It’s been an amazing feeling; it makes it easier for me to play every game knowing that they’re behind you, especially away games – they’re always there.

“It’s a very special environment, a special group of fans and city as well, so I’m looking forward to continuing that story.

“I’m excited for the Championship. I think it’s a great opportunity for me to show what I can do. I think everyone saw what I’m capable of this season, but nobody’s really seen anything yet in terms of what I can do at a higher level, so I’m excited to get started.”

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