New Dundee United loan-signing Dario Naamo “personifies the modern-day wingback,” according to Jim Goodwin, who has the option to buy the Finland youth international next summer.

Naamo, 20, joins from Admiral 2 Liga side SKN St Polten, having previously worked with former Dundee United opposition analyst, Stevie Greive at SJK Seinäjoki in his homeland.

He arrives at Tannadice just two weeks after starring for Finland in the Under-21 European Championships.

“Dario boasts maturity beyond his years having competed in senior football from the outset of his flourishing career,” Goodwin said of his latest signing.

“He personifies the modern-day wingback – energetic, combative and technically accomplished, with a desire to impact the game at both ends of the park.

“Furthermore, he’ll provide both depth and quality to our ever-strengthening playing group, adding healthy competition to his position – a key asset of every successful squad.

“We’re excited to integrate him with the rest of his teammates and look forward to closely tracking his progression as a player and a person during his time at Tannadice.”