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Joe Ledley made just one appearance for Charlton during his month-long contract

Wales midfielder Joe Ledley has joined Australian side Newcastle Jets on a short-term deal.

Ledley, 33, has been without a club since his one-month contract with Charlton Athletic expired in January.

The former Derby County and Celtic player had been training with Newport County, but was reluctant to sign for the League Two club.

He is reunited with former Wales team-mate Carl Robinson, who was recently named Jets' head coach.

The Jets are second from bottom in Australia's A-League, but currently on a four-match unbeaten run.

Ledley has signed a contract which will last until the end of the A-League season in May, bringing to a close a frustrating period for the former Cardiff City and Crystal Palace man.

Prior to joining Charlton in December, Ledley had not played a competitive game since last August when he left Derby hoping to find regular first-team football.

Having returned to live in south Wales with his family, Ledley had trained with Newport to stay fit, having turned down offers from overseas.

Ledley played in every game when Wales reached the Euro 2016 semi-final, but has not featured for his country since June 2018.

"I know I'll have to be at my best to earn a spot in the starting 11," Ledley said.

"The opportunity to work under Carl is one that I'm also looking forward to.

"We crossed paths in a few Wales camps when I was a youngster and to have the chance to link up with him again is exciting."

Robinson added: "Joe's record at club and international level speaks for itself, he's a class player and to have him here at the Jets for the remainder of the season is great.

"He's the type of player who will really help our younger boys out, plus he'll add a different dimension to our game and I think he'll have a good impact."