Ex Man United midfielder Darron Gibson 'ready for a challenge' as he looks to revive his career at Salford City

DARRON GIBSON has signed with League Two side Salford City FC on a short-term contract, ending the midfielder's long wait for a new club.

The Derry man has been without a club since leaving Wigan Athletic at the end of last season, and has spent some time training with Salford over the last few months.

Former Man United, Everton, Sunderland and Wigan midfielder, Darron Gibson is ready for a return to action after signing for Salford City.placeholder image
Former Man United, Everton, Sunderland and Wigan midfielder, Darron Gibson is ready for a return to action after signing for Salford City.

The 32-year-old former Republic of Ireland international has now signed a contract with Salford until the end of the season and is looking forward to reviving his career.

"It’s a new challenge but I like where the club is heading. They’re trying to push for promotion and I’m looking forward to getting involved and getting started.

“It’s a challenge for me personally as well. I’ve not played for a while and I’m just looking forward to getting back into the swing of things.

“The standard has been very good in training and I’ve been to a few games and the standard has been very good so I’m looking forward to building my fitness and getting involved as soon as I can. I like the manager’s ideas and I’m ready to go!”

Salford are part-owned by former Manchester United players Ryan Giggs, Gary Neville, Phil Neville, Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt and David Beckham.

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