Brentford wrap up signing of Austria striker Djuricin

Brentford have confirmed the arrival of Austria international Marco Djuricin on a season-long loan deal.

The 22-year-old Red Bull Salzburg striker passed a medical on Friday and the move was completed early on Monday.

Brentford have been searching for a replacement for Andre Gray, who joined Championship rivals Burnley earlier this month.[phone][/phone]

Djuricin was recently handed his first two caps for Austria having represented his country at every youth level from Under-17 to Under-21.

He signed for Salzburg from Sturm Graz, having made his senior club debut during a three-year spell in Germany with Hertha Berlin.

Bees head coach Marinus Dijkhuizen told the club’s website: “With Andre Gray leaving us, we needed a new striker who was similar in style. And with Marco we have found a very good replacement.

“He is used to playing at a very high level and has experience of international football. He is a good finisher but also has specific qualities that can suit us, like running in behind defenders.

“With Philipp Hofmann also available, I am very happy we have now two quality strikers of differing styles.”