Summary:
West Brom have signed defender Chris Baird from Burnley for an undisclosed fee.

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By . David Kent . West Brom have announced the signing of defender Chris Baird on a one-year contract. The versatile 32-year-old was available on a free transfer after the expiry of a short-term deal at newly-promoted Burnley. The Northern Ireland international will become new manager Alan Irvine's third signing of the summer after Joleon Lescott and Craig Gardner. Back at the top: Chris Baird is set for a return to the Premier League having left Fulham in 2013 . International star: Baird was recently playing for Northern Ireland as he tussles with Uruguay striker Diego Forlan in a May friendly . Baird's ability to play in numerous positions appealed to Irvine as he continues to rebuild West Brom's squad. Baird completed his medical at the club on Sunday.