Joe Devera joins Swindon Town from Barnet

Devera had spent his whole career at Barnet

Swindon Town boss Paolo di Canio has made Barnet defender Joe Devera his first signing.

The 24-year-old will officially join on 1 July on a free transfer after turning down a new deal with the Bees to sign a two-year contract with the Robins.

Devera came through the Barnet youth team and made 201 appearances for the League Two club.

He told the Swindon website: "It's been a long wait but I am delighted to have got everything sorted."

He added: "It was time I moved on from Barnet and I've been aware of Swindon for quite a while. I have played here at the County Ground for Barnet and it's a great set-up.

"Last season was a busy one with what happened at Barnet, but I'm delighted to be a Swindon player and I cannot wait for the season to start."