McAteer completes Foxes move

REPUBLIC of Ireland midfielder Jason McAteer has completed a move from Sunderland to Leicester City after his contract at the Stadium of Light expired.

McAteer has agreed a one-year contract at the Walkers Stadium after being told he could leave the Black Cats at the end of last season.

Foxes boss Micky Adams told Leicester’s website, www.lcfc.co.uk: “Jason is a player who has operated at the top level and brings a wealth of experience to the club.