Wanderers snap up Burnley star (From Leigh Journal)

Wanderers snap up Burnley star

10:51am Wednesday 30th June 2010 in Bolton Wanderers By Marc Iles

WANDERERS have wrapped up the signing of Burnley winger Robbie Blake on a free transfer.

The 34-year-old agreed terms last night on a one-year deal, becoming the first Turf Moor player to make the switch across Lancashire to the Reebok.

Blake, who will be officially unveiled tomorrow afternoon, turned down the chance to join SPL club Hearts and a new deal with the Clarets to extend his Premier League career, which also included a stint with Bradford City.

The Middlesbrough-born wide front man made 31 Premier League appearances for Burnley last season, 11 from the bench, scoring twice - including a winning goal against Manchester United.