THE SADDLERS have today completed the signing of left-sided defender, Daniel Fox on a two-year deal.

The 19 year-old graduated through the highly-regarded Academy ranks at Everton where his impressive progress was rewarded with a professional contract in May 2004.

Becoming a reserve team regular during 2004/2005, he was an unused substitute in The Toffees' Premiership clash with Aston Villa back in October before being allowed to spend the final few months of the campaign on loan at Scottish second division outfit, Stranraer, where he got some much-needed competitive first-team experience under his belt and helped the club secure runners-up spot during the course of 11 appearances.

Catching the eye of The Saddlers' coaching staff last term with some hard-working and energetic second-string displays, the youngster was keen to join the club and link up once more, when his current contract with Everton expires on 30th June, with former team-mate Anthony Gerrard following his release from Goodison Park last month.

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