Jake Bidwell has completed a permanent move from Swansea City to Coventry City on a free transfer.
The defender did not featured in any of Swansea's last five matches in all competitions and was omitted from the squad altogether for Saturday's 1-1 draw with Huddersfield Town.
Speaking after the match, head coach Russell Martin confirmed that the 28-year-old was close to leaving the Swans.
"He is a fantastic pro, a fantastic person and he goes with everyone's best wishes if it happens," said Martin.
"I have to be really honest with players about the long-term vision for the club. He was out of contract in the summer, and if he found something that suits him and his family, then I don't want to stand in his way.
"He's been brilliant here, with us and with the previous manager, so the person comes before the player. We could be really selfish and keep him.
"He hasn't played too much recently, when he did he was great for us. He has an opportunity to do something him and his family want to do."
And on Monday, it was officially confirmed that Bidwell has joined the Sky Blues.
The versatile left wing-back has signed a three-and-a-half year deal with Mark Robins' side.
"We are very pleased to welcome Jake to Coventry City," Robins said.
"He is an excellent defender who will get forward strongly, he has a lot of experience, having played nearly 450 games, including many at Championship level, and has a fantastic attitude too.
"Jake will add further quality to our squad at left wing-back, along with Ian Maatsen for the remainder of this season, a position in which we have not had different options.
"We look forward to working with Jake.”
Bidwell made 105 appearances for Swansea, scoring three goals.
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