BURNLEY have announced the signing of former Saints attacker Nathan Redmond after expressing their interest in Nathan Tella.

Redmond joins Burnley on a two-year deal with an option for a third after a season with Besiktas.

Prior to joining the Turkish side the 29 year old spent six seasons on the south coast with Southampton, during which time he made 232 appearances.

Speaking after joining Burnley, Redmond said: "I always had aspirations to play again in the Premier League. Burnley’s project matches with my ambitions.

"The management team feel like they can enhance my game more and see the value I can bring on and off the field. It feels like a perfect match."

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Redmond's arrival at the Clarets comes after they previously expressed an interest in signing Tella on a permanent transfer.

The 24 year old spent last season on loan at the recently promoted side, where he scored 19 goals across 45 games in all competitions. 

However, Burnley are reportedly unwilling to reach Southampton's valuation of the winger.