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Manchester City have completed the signing of Dutch midfielder Paul Bosvelt, who has signed a two-year deal with the Barclaycard Premiership club.
City boss Kevin Keegan told the club’s official website, www.mcfc.co.uk: “The terms have been agreed, he has passed his medical and he is now on a tour of the new stadium.
“I am so excited and pleased for everyone. He will be a big asset to this club and I am as thrilled about this signing as any I have made.”
The Dutch international will not travel to Denmark for Friday’s game against former club Feyenoord.
He is expected to meet his new colleagues at Carrington on Monday and could make his first appearance against Lincoln in Tuesday evening’s friendly.
Keegan continued: “The biggest asset which he brings to Manchester City is his experience.
“He is a Dutch international who at thirty-three is excited about playing in the Premiership and in the new stadium.
“He is the type of player who you want in your squad. He is excited about the move – he is not here for a final pay day.
“Don’t underestimate the power of the City of Manchester stadium in attracting players now to the club.”
Former England coach Keegan added: “We heard a fortnight ago that he would be available and I could not believe my luck.
“We got on with securing the deal quietly – and I am now delighted it is all complete.”
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