Sheffield United have confirmed the signing of released Blues striker David McGoldrick following a trial.
The Republic of Ireland international, who left Town in May having not been offered new terms by the Blues, has signed an initial one-year deal at Bramall Lane but with a view to an extension.
Blades boss Chris Wilder says the chance to sign the 30-year-old was too good to pass up.
"I've continually said that we only want to bring in players who strengthen us and David ticks that box,” he told his club’s official site.
"He’s a great link player, has a wealth of Championship experience and he may be coming into the best years of his career.
"David wanted to return north [his family home is in Nottingham] and this was too good an opportunity to turn down. His attitude and ability, not only in the matches he has played but also on the training ground, is without question.
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"I've spoken to a number of respected people about David and they cannot speak highly enough of him.”
Wilder is also keen to sign Blues striker Martyn Waghorn, however, as reported yesterday, the Blades’ only bid for the 28-year-old - understood to be a figure approaching £5 million - was turned down by Town three weeks ago with no new offer having been made since then.