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Minnesota United signs former Premier League striker Teemu Pukki to a two-year designated player contract amid team's struggles to score goals

Minnesota United have completed the signing of former Premier League striker Teemu Pukki after the team's lack of goals so far this season.

The Finnish internationals and former Norwich City striker has inked a two-year designated player contract.

The MLS club has the option to extend the deal for six more months through December 2025.

Pukki will occupy an international roster spot for the Loons, who are in 12th place in the Western Conference at 5-7-6 with just 17 goals in 18 games.

The 33-year-old had 88 goals and 29 assists in 210 matches over five seasons with Norwich, with two of those seasons in England's top flight.