Ex-Aston Villa and Newcastle defender Ciaran Clark has joined Stoke City on a deal until the end of the season.
The 34-year-old was a free agent, having left St James' Park over the summer when his contract expired.
Clark spent last season on loan at Sheffield United, making 10 Championship appearances and scoring two goals as they won promotion.
"I've missed the feeling of being in the dressing room and preparing week-to-week for Saturdays," he said.
"With the quality of players we have, if we find some consistency, I believe we can go on and have a good season.