Millwall FC have officially signed Mexican winger Elías Hernández from Tigres de la U.A.N.L. The 26 year old is the first man to join Millwall under the new owners, after Mikkel Diskerud's deal was delayed to January.
Hernandez began his career with Mórelia, making 130 appearances for the club across 3 years, however most of the appearances were as a substitute. He was later sent out on loan to Mérida and after failing to return to the 1st team successfully, he was sold on to Pachuca. He lasted just one year there as he was bought by Tigres de la U.A.N.L. where he played 44 times until the recent transfer to Millwall. He has also played 7 times for his country, including matches in the Gold Cup.
Hernández has reportedly cost Millwall nearly £7m, but the club's website itself states that the figure was closer to £4m. The player has revealed his delight at signing for the club.
"I don't think it's possible to turn down a club with such ambition. I enjoyed myself at Tigres but Millwall coming after me as their first signing is great. I could never turn them down as much as I love Mexico, London is my home now, and I'm happy."
Frank Klopas has also revealed that he was not part of the deal for Diskerud, meaning that Hernández is his 1st signing for Millwall. An interview with Klopas will take place before the club's first friendly against Forest Green Rovers. They are also scheduled to play Oxford, Lugo, Las Palmas and Villareal.
Hernández will stay at Millwall until 2015, earning £25,00 per week.