Thomas Helvegas plays in the "Norwich" club © EuroFootball.com

Denmark national team defender Thomas Helveg has signed a contract with a club that will play in the English Premier League next season. The 33-year-old Dane arrived at Norwich from Inter Milan and signed a two-year deal.

"After spending ten years in Italy, it was great to receive an offer to play in England. I made the right choice. There is a great atmosphere in the club, I felt like I had come back home," said Thomas.

"I am sure that we will do well together. It will be a great challenge for me and other players, playing against the strongest teams in England."

In the European Championship, Helveg played all four matches for the Danish national team and was in great form.

The defender began his career in his hometown team, Odense. Later, he also played in Italy for Udinese and Inter clubs.