Walsall sign experienced defender Flint

Walsall have signed experienced defender Aden Flint on a one-year contract following his release by Mansfield Town.

The 36-year-old spent two season with the Stags, making 93 appearances, and helped them win promotion from league Two in 2023-24.

Flint has played at Championship level for five different teams, including Bristol City, Middlesbrough and Cardiff City, and is Walsall's 11th summer signing.

"I've been in the building over the last couple of weeks training, getting to know the lads and the staff so I'm glad to get it over the line," he told the club website.

Boss Mat Sadler said: "He's had a brilliant career and he comes to us to add a different dimension to the backline.

"His experience and his voice around some of our younger guys will be invaluable but he's not just here to be that, he wants to continue his career and have another successful chapter."

Walsall begin their League Two season at home to Swindon Town on Saturday, 2 August.