West Brom have completed the signing of midfielder Paul Scharner on a free transfer.
The Austria international, 30, has been without a club since leaving Wigan at the end of last season, and has penned a two-year contract with the Baggies.
Manager Roberto Di Matteo told the club’s official website: “I’m delighted to welcome Paul to the club.
“He is exactly the type of player we’ve been looking to bring in because he is a proven Premier League player, having performed consistently well in the top flight for the past four-and-a-half years.
“Paul is a powerful, competitive player who is good on the ball, excellent in both boxes, can play in numerous positions and also chips in with goals.
“He is obviously short of match practice at the moment but when he’s fully up to speed I’m sure his experience will prove invaluable as we strive to establish this club in the Premier League.”