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Peter Odemwingie joins Championship strugglers Rotherham on short-term deal until January

Rotherham United have signed former West Brom and Stoke City striker Peter Odemwingie on a short-term deal until January.

The 35-year-old is Kenny Jackett's first signing since taking charge at the Championship strugglers.

Odemwingie had been poised to sign for Bolton Wanderers until an injury to midfielder Tom Thorpe forced the League One to reconsider their options.

Peter Odemwingie was a free agent after being released by Stoke City in the summer
Peter Odemwingie was a free agent after being released by Stoke City in the summer

Odemwingie was a free agent and had been training with Wolves in the summer.

He has had a colourful career, boasting 38 Premier League goals, playing at two World Cup finals.