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West Brom snare striker Rosenberg

ESPN staff
August 7, 2012
Markus Rosenberg has agreed to join West Brom on a three-year deal © Getty Images
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West Bromwich Albion have captured Sweden international Markus Rosenberg on a three-year deal, subject to the move being granted international clearance.

Baggies boss Steve Clarke managed to persuade free agent Rosenberg to shun interest from a host of clubs across Europe and the lure of a lucrative move to China to join the Premier League outfit, after his contract with Werder Bremen had run out in May.

"I'm delighted to welcome Markus to the club," said Clarke on the club's official website.

"He is an experienced striker who has scored goals in three of Europe's top leagues, as well as in the top European competitions, and is determined to prove himself in the Premier League.

"Markus will really increase competition for places in the forward areas and hopefully spur on the strikers we already have here.

"He had several other offers this summer but he made it clear that joining West Bromwich Albion was his first choice and we're really pleased we've been able to conclude a deal."

The 29-year-old striker, who scored 10 times in the Bundesliga last season and featured for his country at Euro 2012, is West Brom's fourth summer signing. His previous clubs include Ajax, Racing Santander and most recently Werder.

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