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CONFIRMED: Billy Jones joins Sunderland on free after turning down new West Brom deal
BILLY JONES has joined Sunderland on a free transfer after rejecting a new deal from West Brom the club have confirmed.
The 27-year-old is a free agent this summer and will now finalise his switch to the Stadium of Light on July 1 after signing a four-year deal.
Speaking about the move, Jones said: "I'm really happy to be here and I'm looking forward to getting back for pre-season and kicking on.
"I've played at the Stadium of Light a number of times, so I know what it's about and what great backing the club has.
"I've come to the training ground today and it's amazing.
"I knew I was signing for a massive club with everything in place to kick on up the league and carry on moving forward."