Burnley have completed the signing of West Brom defender Dara O'Shea for a reported £7million fee.

The centre-back has put pen to paper over a four-year deal at Turf Moor ahead of the Clarets' return to the Premier League.

O'Shea made 37 appearances for the Baggies last season and captained the side in Jake Livermore’s absence.

He has also represented Republic of Ireland on the international stage, featuring in the European Championship qualifiers against Greece and Gibraltar over the past week.

“It feels great to be here and I really can’t wait to get going.

"Burnley were the outstanding team last season and they achieved exceptional things.

"I want to improve as a player first and foremost and I want to help the club achieve their goals.

"I’m at the stage of my career now when I want to push myself. I want to be the best I can be and this is the club that can help me do that and I can help them too.”

O'Shea becomes the club's third signing of the summer after Jordan Beyer and Michael Obafemi made their loan deals permanent.

Manager Vincent Kompany added: "It’s great to welcome Dara to Burnley and we know he can play a big part in the progression of our football club. Strong at the back as well as confident moving forward, a leader with experience and knowledge of playing at the highest level.

"Dara will be a great addition to our squad and we can’t wait to start working with him.”

Burnley kick off the Premier League season at Turf Moor against champions Manchester City on Friday, August 11.

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