David "Junior" Hoilett's days as a free agent are over.
The Canadian international has joined Welsh-based English Championship side Cardiff City as new manager Neil Warnock's first signing, the club announced Monday.
#JuniorIsABluebird | #CardiffCity are delighted to confirm the signing of Junior Hoilett >>> https://t.co/tGQCX1Ujup #CityAsOne pic.twitter.com/C7sLdBIQcc
— Cardiff City FC (@CardiffCityFC) October 10, 2016
Hoilett, 26, had been a free agent since his contract with Queens Park Rangers ended in May. He joins a Cardiff side in turmoil, as it fired Paul Trollope and replaced him with Warnock earlier this week. The Bluebirds are currently in 23rd place in the English second tier.
“I’m really pleased to be here and I’m ready to go," Hoilett told the official Cardiff City website. “The manager puts belief in his players and this is a great group of lads. Everyone loves playing for the gaffer.
“I’m here to hopefully bring some more creativity and goals. I can’t wait to get started.”
Despite not having a club, Hoilett remained a key figure for Canada, having played in both of his country's World Cup qualifiers in September. The Brampton, Ontario, native has amassed 10 caps since joining the Canadian program last year.