Calum Chambers is determined to get his career back on track after quitting Arsenal for Aston Villa.
The versatile defender has agreed a three-and-a-half-year deal to sign for Steven Gerrard’s side.
Capped three times by England, the 27-year-old has only made five appearances for the Gunners this season and says it was a “no-brainer” to go to Premier League rivals Villa.
Southampton academy graduate Chambers, previously loaned to Middlesbrough and Fulham, said: “It was a chance to really kick on for myself in my career.
“That was one of the main reasons why Villa was so perfect for me.
“That was one of the decisions to come here.
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“I can’t wait to get training, get playing and be in and amongst it and get my first game at Villa Park.
“I am extremely excited. It is a massive club and they are in a great moment. Everyone can see that from the outside.
“Things are happening here and the club is definitely moving in the right direction.
“For me it was a no-brainer.
“It is great club and it was the right thing for me to do.”
Chambers joins fellow Villa newboys Philippe Coutinho, Lucas Digne, Robin Olsen and young defender Kerr Smith in signing this month.
Gerrard is also chasing Juventus midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur for £16m to replace the injured Marvelous Nakamba.
Veteran Ashley Young, 36, who is out of contract in the summer, has told Gerrard he is keen to stay despite interest from Newcastle and Watford.
