Ex-Sheffield United captain John Egan joins Burnley

Burnley have brought in ex-Sheffield United defender John Egan on a deal until the end of the season.

Egan was a free agent having been released by the Blades in the summer following their relegation from the Premier League.

The 31-year-old Republic of Ireland centre-half spent six seasons at Bramall Lane, making 208 league appearances.

But he has not played since 30 September last year, having suffered a season-ending Achilles injury in a match at West Ham United.

“The manager, staff and the players all want to be successful. I want to come in and add to that,” he told the club’s website, external.

“I want to bring my experience and my ability into the group to help drive the group on.”