Argyle Head Coach Tom Cleverley has made the first signing of his tenure with exciting winger Xavier Amaechi arriving on a permanent transfer.
The 24-year-old attacker has signed a three-year deal with the Greens, having most recently been with 2. Bundesliga club 1. FC Magdeburg.
Born in England, Amaechi came through the youth set-up at Premier League side Arsenal, represented England at every youth level up to Under-20s, and was one of the most highly sought-after young prospects in the country before joining Hamburger SV in Germany.
He spent three years at the German side, which included loan spells with Karlsruher SC and Bolton Wanderers, before joining 1. FC Magdeburg in 2023. He went on to make 41 appearances for the club, scoring six goals in the process.
The wideman now returns to England and Cleverley is delighted to bring him to the club, commenting: “Xavier is a quick and exciting winger who will add further competition to our forward options.
“He has good European experience having played in Germany, and returns to England a more rounded player, but he is still young and has so much room for growth and development.
“He showed a real desire to be a part of Argyle and I am delighted to welcome him to the club.”
Argyle Head of Football Operations David Fox added: “Xavier was someone that had several different options, but we are pleased he saw his future here at Argyle.
“He fits the profile of player we are looking to bring to the club. He is dynamic and attackminded, has good quality, and comes with a big desire to improve under our new Head Coach.
“It’s good to get another player in the building for the start of pre-season so we can give Tom as much time as possible to get his principles and ideas across ahead of the season.”
Xavier will wear the number 10 shirt. The transfer is subject to EFL approval and international clearance.