REPUBLIC of Ireland international midfielder Keith Andrews has left Blackburn Rovers on a free transfer.

The former MK Dons midfielder has signed a short term deal at West Bromwich Albion.

Meanwhile it is understood Rovers' club captain Ryan Nelsen has been released from his Blackburn Rovers contract.

The 34-year-old Kiwi international looks set to sign for Tottenham Hotspur as a free agent.