DEFENDER Phil Edwards, who spent nearly all of last season on loan at Oxford United has joined Bury.

The right back, who made 38 appearances for the Uā€™s scoring three goals, was released by parent club Burton Albion last week.

And he has moved quickly to secure his future by signing a two-year deal with the Shakers.

Bury boss Lee Clark said of his new signing: ā€œI had the chance to watch him at close quarters just a few weeks ago playing for Oxford against us, I thought he was outstanding.ā€