WHAT HAPPENED? The Hatters have snapped up the former Chelsea man ahead of their Premier League opener against Brighton this weekend on a free transfer. The length of his contract hasn’t been disclosed.
WHAT HE SAID: On joining the club, Barkley said: “Why Luton? Going from the Conference to the Premier League is a great story and for me personally to be back in the Premier League, it’s great motivation. I’m still relatively young and over the last couple of years I’ve not played as much as I’d have liked. But I’ve reserved a lot of energy and looked after myself, so it’s great to be here now as I’ve got a lot to show but I’m ready and feeling motivated.”
THE BIGGER PICTURE: At just 29, the Liverpudlian brings a wealth of Premier League experience, having made 232 top-flight appearances across his career thus far
WHAT NEXT FOR LUTON? Rob Edwards’ side are set to take on the Seagulls in their first-ever Premier League outing this Saturday at the Amex Stadium.
REAL MORE:
Premier League new boys Luton Town have announced the surprise signing of former Chelsea and Everton midfielder Ross Barkley.
The 29-year-old had been a free agent after being released earlier this summer following a disappointing spell with French club Nice.
The Hatters have snapped up the England international on a free ahead of their Premier League opener away at Brighton on Saturday.
Barkley, who spent eight years at Everton and four at Chelsea, has been capped 33 times by England and has more than 200 Premier League appearances to his name.
‘Why Luton? Going from the Conference to the Premier League is a great story and for me personally to be back in the Premier League, it’s great motivation,’ Barkley said.
