Leicestershire sign Jeremy Snape

Leicestershire have signed England one-day international all rounder Jeremy Snape. The 29-year-old off-spinner and middle order batsman has agreed a three year contract.

Kevin Hill, Leicestersahire's general manager said: "The club is delighted and excited that Jeremy has agree to join us. He will add considerable experience and ability to the Leicestershire team, and his enthusiasm and desire will help the club strive for continued success."

Snape arrives at Grace Road after four years with Gloucestershire where he was part of the side that won a total of five trophies in 1999 and 2000. But last season, despite being in the England one-day squad, Snape was unable to hold down a regular place in the Gloucestershire team.

He said: "There were well documented internal problems which I would rather not comment on any further.

"I was keen to secure my cricketing future before leaving for Australia on November 24 for the one day series there, and I am delighted to have joined Leicesteshire.

"It is exciting to be part of what they have planned for the future and I feel I can help them move forward. I want to be part of it and, while I am experienced, I am also young enough to make a new start.

"It is a new challenge for me and I am very excited by it.I have a great winter to look forward to - and now a great summer as well."

Snape will be part of England's one day squad in Australia and hopes to clinch a place in the World Cup squad in South Africa.