Sheffield United sign ex-Wolves defender Doherty β Yahoo Sports Canada
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Sheffield United have signed veteran full-back Matt Doherty on a free transfer following his departure from Wolverhampton Wanderers, strengthening the Championship club's defensive options ahead of the new season. The move adds a vastly experienced, versatile defender to Chris Wilder's squad as the Blades continue their rebuilding efforts after relegation from the Premier League, with the club's official statement describing him as "a vastly experienced operator" with significant top-flight and international pedigree.
The 34-year-old Republic of Ireland international has signed a one-year contract with an option for a further 12 months, and leaves Wolves after two separate spells at Molineux totalling almost 400 appearances. Doherty, who can operate at right-back or wing-back, has also played for Tottenham Hotspur and AtlΓ©tico Madrid during his career and has won 53 caps for the Republic of Ireland. He is Sheffield United's second defensive signing of the summer transfer window as they look to rebuild for a promotion push.
- Sheffield United sign free agent Matt Doherty from Wolves
- One-year deal, plus option for a further year
- 34-year-old has 53 Republic of Ireland caps
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