Rangers announce signing of Joey Barton on a two-year deal

Joey Barton celebrates with teammates as his deflected free kick goes in for the opening goal during the Championship match between Preston North End and Burnley at Deepdale on April 22, 2016
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Rangers complete the signing of Joey Barton on a two-year deal.

Rangers have announced the signing of Joey Barton on a two-year deal.

The midfielder, who helped Burnley earn automatic promotion to the Premier League by winning the Championship, will join up with the club on July 1.

Barton was offered a new deal at Burnley, but the former Premier League player has opted to switch to the Scottish club on a free transfer.

It is the first time that the midfielder has played in Scotland following spells at Manchester City, Newcastle United, Queens Park Rangers, Marseille and Burnley.

Joey Barton celebrates with teammates as his deflected free kick goes in for the opening goal during the Championship match between Preston North End and Burnley at Deepdale on April 22, 2016
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