Burnley complete signing of Republic of Ireland defender Dara O'Shea from West Brom
Dara O'Shea will be playing Premier League football next season after securing a move to Burnley.
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Burnley have completed the signing of Republic of Ireland defender Dara O'Shea from West Brom. </p>
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The 24-year-old has agreed a four-year deal at Turf Moor following the Clarets' promotion to the Premier League. </p>
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Vincent Kompany's side kick off the new top-flight campaign at home to champions Manchester City on Friday, August 11 after lifting the Sky Bet Championship title last term. </p>
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"It feels great to be here and I really can't wait to get going," O'Shea told Burnley's website. </p>
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"Burnley were the outstanding team last season and they achieved exceptional things. </p>
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"I want to improve as a player first and foremost and I want to help the club achieve their goals. </p>
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"I'm at the stage of my career now when I want to push myself. I want to be the best I can be and this is the club that can help me do that and I can help them too." </p>
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Dublin-born O'Shea, who has been capped 19 times by his country, made 107 appearances during his time with the Baggies, which also included loan spells at Hereford and Exeter. </p>
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Clarets boss Kompany said: "It's great to welcome Dara to Burnley and we know he can play a big part in the progression of our football club. </p>
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"(He is) strong at the back as well as confident moving forward, a leader with experience and knowledge of playing at the highest level." </p>
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