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Morrison leaves Boro

07 Aug 2007 - 14:32:15

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Middlesbrough midfielder James Morrison has agreed to move to Championship side West Brom for an initial £1.5million transfer fee that could eventually rise by a further £700,000 depending on appearances.

The 21-year-old has penned a four-year contract with the Baggies after spending the whole of his career with Boro.

Albion boss Tony Mowbray told the club's official website: "James is a very talented young player and we're delighted he's agreed to join us.

"He's a creative midfield player and will bring versatility to our attacking options.

"Despite the fact he's only 21, he already has more than 60 Premiership appearances under his belt and was a regular in the Boro side which reached the UEFA Cup Final.

"We're now giving him a platform to be a part of something we're trying to build here.

"We're delighted he sees this as the place to progress his career and hopefully help us be successful."

Morrison made his first-team debut for Boro in the FA Cup third round victory against Notts County in January 2004 and went on to play 98 games for the club, scoring on eight occasions.