West Bromwich Albion have secured the signing of Alex Mowatt on a free transfer.

The former Barnsley man has joined his ex-boss Valerien Ismael at the Baggies for the start of next season.

The 26-year-old, who was in the Championship Team of the Season last term, has signed a three year deal with West Brom.

"Last year Alex put his performances on the next level," Ismael said, per a club statement.

"He is an outstanding midfield player with outstanding qualities and mentality. He scores goals outside the box and on set-pieces he is very dangerous.

"He is a hard worker with the right mentality and a lot of energy. The way Alex plays will suit the West Brom mentality.

"He is a leader as well. He is still a young guy but he has a lot of experience. He has hunger and he is the exact profile of player that suits West Bromwich Albion. Alex is the first signing and the first step.

"Signing Alex is important to help the team understand the principles of our play.

"It will give the guys more confidence and understanding of how we want to play. It will be easier for them to follow him."