BOSS Eddie Howe insisted experienced full-back Nathaniel Clyne had “settled in really well” to life at Cherries.

Snapped up on loan from title-chasing Liverpool until the end of the season, the England international has delivered a fine start to his spell at Vitality Stadium.

The 27-year-old has made four Premier League appearances for Cherries, helping Howe’s men to two clean sheets.

Howe said: “We needed a player in that position and you look to try to get the best player for the position.

“I am delighted to get someone of Nathaniel’s experience and ability. He has settled in really well to the team.

“He hasn’t needed a transitional period, he has gone straight in and performed at a really high level. We are delighted with him.

“We were very grateful to our recruitment team for identifying Nathaniel and were really pleased we were able to conclude the deal.

“There were other clubs who were interested as well, so I’m delighted he chose us.”

Clyne, who had been unable to feature against parent club Liverpool last time out, is expected to return to Howe’s squad at home to Wolves on Saturday.