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Shotton’s move to Boro finally over the line as defender signs three-year deal

It took a while to be completed, but Middlesbrough have finally confirmed the signing of Birmingham defender Ryan Shotton.

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By Alex Beard

Ryan Shotton’s protracted move to has finally been completed today, with the defender signing a three-year deal with the Teesside club.

A bid for the defender was accepted by earlier this month, but the move has only just been completed because manager refused to sanction the sale until he’d replaced the player.

But with Harlee Dean leaving for Birmingham today, Shotton’s own move has finally been confirmed. The 28-year-old first emerged at , before leaving to join in 2015. He moved on to Birmingham 18 months later, following a successful loan spell.

He represents ‘s ninth signing of the summer, as Garry ‘s side look to make a swift return to the Premier League.

Shotton told Middlesbrough’s official website about his happiness at the move: “I’m glad to be up here and ready to go.

“It’s been a long time coming, but we’ve got it over the line now and I can look forward to the coming weeks. I know the area’s great for the family and I couldn’t ask for a better club, really.

“I know this is where the passion is – the fans love their and they are knowledgeable as well. It will be exciting to see what they think of me.”

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