OFFICIAL: Bayern sign 18-year-old defender Chris Richards from FC Dallas

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Bayern have completed the permanent signing of Chris Richards from FC Dallas on a 4.5 year contract until June 2023

Richards, who joined last year on loan from FC Dallas. Has impressed big time, been told Niko Kovac is a HUGE fan and sees tremendous potential in him. Great move for a rising star.

Richards joined Bayern's U-19 team on loan last summer but played for Bayern's first team in the International Champions Cup.

Richards impressed then, earning playing time against the likes of Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus in friendlies. He eventually joined Bayern's U-19s and established himself as a regular starter, making a strong impression with his ability to win aerial duels and his slick passing. 

A former member of the Houston Texans youth academy, Richards joined FC Dallas' academy a year ago, and earned a first-team contract in the spring.

He established himself on the U.S. Under-20 national team and started in the semifinals and finals of the team's recent Concacaf Championship title triumph, including a starring role in the USA's 2-0 victory against Mexico in the final. 

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