Middlesbrough have completed their first signing of the summer after bringing in Grant Leadbitter from Ipswich.
The 26-year-old was out of contract at Portman Road and has penned a three-year deal with Tony Mowbray's men.
"I'm pretty excited," Leadbitter told Boro's official website. "I wanted a fresh challenge and when the opportunity to join Middlesbrough came in, I just couldn't turn it down.
"I just want to play for Middlesbrough and get the club in the Premier League."
Mowbray is pleased with the signing, particularly in light of Barry Robson's departure to MLS outfit Vancouver Whitecaps.
He said: "In my mind, we are singing a player who has matured to have good understanding of the game. Following the loss of Barry Robson he will ensure that we will retain the competitive experience that we need in midfield."
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Good Luck, Leadbitter, you're certainly going to need it at the Riverside.Make sure the first two home games are not lost or you'll be playing in front of 10k on the third.
Nice! just couple of new defenders..and some strong team work..we'l be up next season via 2nd place! UTB!
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