Derry City sign Northern Ireland international Ferguson

Shane Ferguson is welcomed to the club by manager Tiernan Lynch

Derry City have signed Northern Ireland international Shane Ferguson, the League of Ireland Premier Division club confirmed on Wednesday morning.

The 33-year-old has agreed a one-year deal with the Candystripes, with the option of a second.

The former Newcastle United player has been capped 57 times by Northern Ireland and made his last appearance in their 2-0 win over San Marino in May 2023.

A native of Derry, Ferguson can play at both left-back and left wing.

He has spent the past few seasons at Rotherham United and left the club following their relegation to League One at the end of his contract in the summer.

'Delighted to be coming home'

The former Millwall player has scored two international goals, having previously played for Northern Ireland at Under-21, U19 and U17 level.

His final season with Rotherham was marred by injury.

"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 FC 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."