Callum McFadzean has signed a one year deal with Crewe Alexandra.
The former Sunderland left-back was one of seven players released by Lee Johnson at the end of the season after a disappointing defeat in the play-off semi-finals.
The 27-year-old has become David Artell's fifth signing of the summer having been linked with Championship clubs Luton Town and Barnsley earlier in the window.
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McFazdean made 34 appearances for the Black Cats in all competitions last season, scoring twice during his time at the Stadium of Light.
The versatile defender was part of the Sunderland squad that went on to lift the Papa John's Trophy.
The Black Cats are still in the hunt for defensive reinforcements after releasing McFadzean and Conor McLaughlin at the end of campaign.
Denver Hume is still yet to sign a new contract despite being offered an extension by Sunderland.
