Ireland international John Egan joins Burnley

Burnley have unveiled the signing of Ireland centre-back John Egan on a contract until the end of the season.

The Ireland international, departed Sheffield United in the summer upon expiry of his contract, after six impressive seasons at Bramall Lane.

And Egan said: “First and foremost, I’m an ambitious person, an ambitious player and I feel like I’m at an ambitious club.

“The manager, staff and the players all want to be successful. I want to come in and add to that. I want to bring my experience and my ability into the group to help drive the group on.

“I’ve been here a few weeks now; I’ve got to know the lads and really enjoyed working with them and the manager.

“I’ve had some really good conversations with him. It’s been an incredible environment to come into.  I’m delighted to be a Burnley player now and I’m looking forward to the future.”