Dundee United add to squad with loan signing of Hungarian defender Krisztian Keresztes

Dundee United have completed the signing of Hungarian defender Krisztian Keresztes, with manager Jim Goodwin describing the player as “colossal” and possessing the physique to thrive in Scottish football.

The 25-year-old has moved on a season-long loan deal from Nyiregyhaza Spartacus, having previously played with a number of teams in his homeland and in Slovakia, where he won the league with Dunajska Streda.

“Krisztian’s arrival brings further depth and quality to a strong backline we’ve meticulously constructed over the summer window,” United boss Goodwin said.

“He has an ideal physical profile to thrive in the Scottish Premiership – he stands at a colossal 6ft 5in and has the mobility to cover ground quickly, step into midfield and recover on the transition.

“The statistics also underline his dominance in the air – a vital asset given the importance of both attacking and defensive set-pieces in this division

“Beyond his physical attributes, he reads the game exceptionally well, often positioning himself ahead of danger rather than reacting to it. That anticipation, combined with his track record of success in leadership roles, will bring added authority to our defensive unit.

“With his arrival, competition for places intensifies – and that’s exactly what we want. This squad is being built not just to compete, but to drive standards every day, and Krisztián embodies that mentality.”