Released Chelsea defender Sam McClelland has signed with St Johnstone.

McClelland has penned a two-year contract with St Johnstone, having been released by Chelsea last month.

"It's a brilliant opportunity to come up to Scotland," said McClelland.

"There's a real spotlight with so many big games in the Premiership that I'm looking forward to already.

"I'm here to improve myself but also to try and be a part of a successful St Johnstone team."