Manchester City have signed Australia midfielder Luke Brattan from Brisbane Roar and loaned him to second-tier club Bolton Wanderers.

It is believed Brattan has signed a four-year deal with City.

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Born in Hull before moving to Australia at a young age, the 25-year-old played for Brisbane for five years and won three A-League titles with the club.

He has played for the Australian under-20s side and was called up to the Socceroos squad for the first time in August and will be on loan to the Wanderers until January 3.

Bolton are bottom of the Championship after drawing 1-1 at home to Leeds United on Saturday.

Congratulations Luke Brattan on your move.You will gain great experience at Bolton,great stadium,great fans mate.Well done @MCFC top signing

— Tim Cahill (@Tim_Cahill) October 26, 2015