The Wellington Phoenix have confirmed the signing of All Whites defender Bill Tuiloma on a two-and-a-half year deal. 

It's a long-awaited homecoming for the 30 year old, who has played more than 200 professional matches in France and the United States. 

Tuiloma will have to wait for the A-League's mid-season registration window to open next Wednesday before he is able to make his club debut. 

He told Piney he’s excited to get on the pitch and hopefully perform for the team. 

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