Red Bull Salzburg bring in Mendes da Silva

Austrian champions Red Bull Salzburg have officially completed the g of midfielder David Mendes da Silva from Eredivisie outfit AZ Alkmaar. The 27 year old has signed a three year contract with the Bulls and leaves AZ after four seasons with the club.

Mendes da Silva started his career with Sparta Rotterdam and moved to NAC Breda in 2004 after a stint on loan with Ajax. He stayed at Breda till 2006 before sealing a switch to AZ, and was part of their victorious 2008/09 Eredivisie squad. AZ however failed to defend their title and had to be content with a fifth placed finish last season.

Mendes da Silva has also earned seven international caps for the Netherlands.

[Source:- Red Bull Salzburg]