Norwich complete signing of defender Grant Hanley from Newcastle on four-year deal
- Grant Hanley made only 16 appearances for Newcastle last season
- The Scottish international hopes to get more game time at his new club
- He spent just 12 months at St James' Park after joining from Blackburn
Grant Hanley has completed his move to Norwich on a four-year contract for an undisclosed fee from Newcastle.
The centre back is currently on international duty with his Scotland team-mates but has been allowed to finalise the transfer.
Having made just 16 appearances for Rafa Benitez's Championship winners following a move from Blackburn last summer, he arrives at Carrow Road with the hope of getting much more game time.
Grant Hanley has completed his move to Norwich from Premier League club Newcastle
The centre back is currently on international duty with the Scotland squad
Speaking to Norwich City TV after completing his switch , Hanley said: 'Being able to come to a massive club and get games is a big motivation for me.
'It's a club with high aspirations and a fresh start for me. As a defender, I'm a bit of an old-fashioned no-nonsense centre-half and you pride yourself on clean sheets.
'We've got work to do on the training ground to improve that so I'm looking to hit the ground running. I can't wait to get started.'
Head Coach Daniel Farke added: 'We're really pleased to sign Grant because it is clear our defensive line needs strengthening.
'He is a quality defender with very solid experience and is a leader too. I really like his attitude and his desire to come and play for us as well as the attributes he will add on the pitch.'
Hanley made only 16 appearances in the Championship for Newcastle last season
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