Reid completes Baggies loan move

05 March 2010 13:11
Reid, who turns 29 on Wednesday, has spent much of the season on the fringes at Ewood Park but he goes straight into contention for the match at QPR on Saturday.[LNB]The Republic of Ireland international can play at right-back, right midfield or central midfield and spent a spell with the Hoops earlier in the season.[LNB]Injuries have limited Reid to only 44 appearances over the past four seasons at Blackburn, and he is looking to kick-start his career with high-flying Albion.[LNB]Boss Roberto Di Matteo believes Reid is the player he has been looking for, and told the club's official website: "Steven is an exciting player and I'm delighted to welcome him to the club.[LNB]"We've been looking to strengthen our squad for the final push and Steven certainly fits the bill. He's a versatile player with loads of experience. We've had some great references about Steven so hopefully he'll perform at the level we expect him to."[LNB][LNB]

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