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Townsend has 13 England caps Andros Townsend has completed a move to Antalyaspor from Luton Town after the Turkish club's transfer registration embargo was lifted. The 33-year-old winger signed a contract with Antalyaspor in August but Fifa had banned the Super Lig club from registering players. That meant Townsend was able to train with his new team-mates but could not play or be officially announced as an Antalyaspor player. Townsend said last month he felt he was in limbo, saying "I don't know who owns me". He added that it had been a "crazy couple of weeks" but that it was "the right move" and "something was telling me to make it happen". An Antalyaspor source told BBC Sport the Super Lig club owed outstanding money to two former players and hoped to complete Townsend's transfer when the debts were paid. Following the announcement of his official registration Townsend posted on his Instagram: "A new chapter, can't wait to get started. " The former Everton, Crystal Palace and Tottenham player signed a long-term deal with Luton in January after joining as a free agent in October 2023. He made 31 appearances for the Hatters last season as they were relegated from the Premier League and was a late substitute in their first game of the Championship season against Burnley on 12 August. Luton boss Rob Edwards said it is the "right fit" for Townsend "at this stage of his career". "Andros' professionalism since he set foot inside The Brache [Luton's training round] has been exemplary – his discipline and attention to detail is something I hope has rubbed off on our young players, " Edwards added. Listen to the latest Football Daily podcast Get football news sent straight to your phone 'Sport's trial of the century to begin': Premier League v Man City on 115 charges Hull to face Korda in opening Solheim Cup match Ten Hag rejects Ronaldo criticism over ambition Gabriel Gatehouse investigates America’s conspiracy culture This is America through the looking glass, ahead of the 2024 presidential election Psychological drama with Annabel Scholey Cathy's chance run-in with her brother's killer ignites a twisted quest for revenge The story of Manchester in the 1990s told by David Scott Explore an era which, for some, was the 'making' of the city Award-winning anime One Piece comes to i Player Monkey D. Luffy and his pirate crew set sail to search for the world's greatest treasure 'It was like a non-league team asking Man Utd for a match' 'Sport's trial of the century to begin': Premier League v Man City on 115 charges Farmers and students star in China's viral new football league This derby is bigger for Arsenal than Tottenham – Fabregas. Video This derby is bigger for Arsenal than Tottenham – Fabregas Haas drive 'a step towards' dream F1 world championship - Bearman. Video Haas drive 'a step towards' dream F1 world championship - Bearman How 'Slotball' varies from Klopp's rock 'n' roll Head hits 30 off Curran over. Video Head hits 30 off Curran over Going strong at 37 - the FA Cup record breaker who faced Man Utd in final Time to talk about Bruno - FPL tips & team of the week How Palace can build on 'most successful' transfer window The slow death of the screamer Chelsea ownership rift exposed and explained 'Europe must keep Solheim momentum rolling' 'Call me! ' - the bosses who could revive your team 'Carsley has put his stamp on England - job feels like his to lose' 'Night belongs to him and his golden boots' - Kane's 100 caps in numbers Will 'genius' Newey turn Aston Martin into winners? 'The cash came up to my torso' - tales of a match-fixer The rise of padel and why it's so popular F1 Q&A: Will the title go down to the wire? © 2024 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.