Football: Derry City snap up Northern Ireland international

League of Ireland side Derry City have completed the signing of Northern Ireland international Shane Ferguson.

The 33-year-old has signed a one-year deal at The Brandywell under new Manager Tiernan Lynch, with the option of a second year. He has spent the last three seasons at Rotherham United, but has been without a club since his contract expired with the League One club at the end of last season.

“I’m delighted to be coming home and once I had spoken with Tiernan and heard his plans for the club, it was a simple decision," Ferguson told the Derry City official website.

“I’ve been training hard after a frustrating last season and I’m feeling very strong. I will really benefit now from a full pre-season and be ready to go when the new campaign starts.

“Derry City is obviously a club I know a bit about and I’m well aware of how passionate that support base is. I’m really looking forward to doing my bit to hopefully bring success to the Brandywell,” added Ferguson, who has also played for Newcastle United in the Premier League, Birmignham City and Millwall.