Kevin Bond is quoted on the Clubs Official Web Site as saying: "He's an accomplished defender who reads the game well. He's a good build and I'm sure he'll turn out to be a quality player. He knows how to defend and will hopefully improve us in that area. I've done some homework on the lad and he has a terrific attitude and he said to me this morning that he can't wait to get involved with the club. That type of player is what we want so hopefully he'll come into the Bournemouth culture and make a huge difference for us".