Leicester City have today further bolstered their international ranks with the signing of Bulgarian midfielder Radostin Kishishev from Charlton Athletic.

The 32-year-old, who has amassed an impressive 70 caps for his country, becomes boss Martin Allen's sixth capture of the close season.

Kishishev joined Charlton in 2000 and went on to amass 149 Premiership appearances for the club before joining Leeds United on loan towards the end of the 2006-07 campaign.

The player has signed a two-year-contract with the club, keeping him at the Walkers Stadium until at least the end of the 2009-10 campaign.

Kishishev is a player with immense experience on the international stage - and represented his country in Euro 96 and the 1998 FIFA World Cup.

Known for his determination and effort on the field, Kishishev looks set to become a real favourite with the Foxes faithful.

City manager Allen said: "I went out to Bulgaria to watch him play against Belarus recently. I just wanted to check him over for myself to make sure that he still had energy and he still had enthusiasm. He played very well in that game.

"He has had other clubs after him, so it has been a bit of a nervy wait. But I delighted that he has agreed to come here.

"He's down to earth and he's not big time. He's a solid citizen and he will be good for this club.

"He gives us some steel in the centre of midfield. He knows what the game is about and he will be a good player for this club."

Kishishev was part of the Bulgaria side that gained a 2-1 victory over Belarus in Sofia a fortnight ago.

The player will now join up with his new Leicester team-mates when the players return to Belvoir Drive to begin their pre-season training campaign on Monday, July 2.

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