West Bromwich Albion have confirmed that they have signed defender James Chester from Hull City.
The 26-year-old has penned a four-year deal with the Baggies and moves to The Hawthorns for an undisclosed fee.
The Wales international made 156 league appearances for Hull after joining them from Manchester United in 2011.
"James did very well for Hull City. I've had a good chat with him and he's the type of player I like," West Brom head coach Tony Pulis told the club's official website.
"From the people I spoke to, like Steve Bruce and people in the Welsh party, they speak very highly of him. Steve especially gave him a great mention and there is no better accolade than Steve Bruce giving a defender a good drum roll.
"James is a good player who can play anywhere along the back line and I'm confident he will get better with age."
Chester will wear the number four shirt at West Brom.
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