August 14 2014

Martin Kelly (Photo: Official Palace website)

Crystal Palace have signed defender Martin Kelly from Liverpool on a three year deal.

Kelly has played over 30 senior games for the Reds, a club who he signed as a youth player back in 1997.

The 24-year-old defender confirmed the move on twitter by stating he is looking forward to playing in SE25: "I would like to thank all the managers at lfc for making my wish from the age of 7 come true playing for 1 of the biggest clubs in the world.

"most of all would like to thank the fans for supportin me since my home debut against Lyon oct 2009 even through injuries always by my side.

"Now to start a new chapter of my football career at crystal palace a great club with unbelievable fans excited already for the weekend."

Interview with Martin Kelly after signing a three year deal with Palace