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Branislav Ivanovic: West Brom sign ex-Chelsea defender

West Brom have signed former Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic on a one-year deal.

The 36-year-old Serbia international left Zenit St Petersburg in July after three and a half seasons in Russia.

Ivanovic made 377 appearances in nine years for Chelsea, winning the Premier League and FA Cup three times, plus the Champions League and Europa League.

"He's a great addition for us, a team who are newly promoted. He ticks all the boxes," said boss Slaven Bilic.

"He's done everything in his career - it's been magnificent. We're delighted. He adds quality and experience on the pitch and off the pitch.