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Aston Villa wrap up transfers for Birkir Bjarnason and James Bree

Aston Villa have completed the signings of Birkir Bjarnason from Basel and James Bree from Barnsley for undisclosed fees.

Bjarnason, 28, has penned a contract with Steve Bruce's Villa side until 2020, while Bree, 19, has committed himself to the club until 2021.

Bjarnason, who was a member of Basel's Swiss Super League title-winning squad last season, is looking forward to life with the Championship club.

Breaking news: We're delighted to announce the signing of Birkir Bjarnason from FC Basel. #WelcomeBirkir #AVFC pic.twitter.com/Xz1G2fidTu

- Aston Villa FC (@AVFCOfficial) January 25, 2017

"I'm delighted to have signed for Aston Villa," he told the club's official website.