Through a statement on its official website, 2 Bundesliga side Cologne has announced the acquisition of Nigeria international Anthony Ujah, who arrives from top division Mainz.

The 22 - year - old forward has inked a four - year deal with the Billy Goats and will now join the rest of his teammates at a training camp in Windischgarsten, Austria.

In his first statement after the transfer was completed, Anthony Ujah told Cologne's official website: ''I wanted to stay in Cologne. Here I feel well and I thank both clubs that they have allowed me to remain at FC Cologne.

''I look forward to the team, the new coach and the new season in which we can repay our fans with their incredible support.''

Recall that Ujah spent last season on loan at Cologne and netted 13 goals in 28 matches.