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Michael Turner has spent much of pre-season on trial with Southend

League One side Southend United have signed former Hull and Norwich defender Michael Turner on a one-year deal.

The 33-year-old was released by Norwich this summer after five years at the club, during which time he made 75 Canaries first-team appearances.

Turner also had spells on loan at Fulham and Sheffield Wednesday during his time at Carrow Road.

In total, the centre-back has made 436 senior career appearances for eight different clubs.

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