Mark Hughes: Accrington sign former Stevenage defender

Mark Hughes made five appearances on loan at Accrington three years ago

Accrington Stanley have signed defender Mark Hughes for the rest of the season following his release by Stevenage.

The 29-year-old had made 22 appearances for Teddy Sheringham's Boro this season before leaving the club on Wednesday.

The former Everton trainee had a loan spell at Stanley in 2013 and has also played for Northampton, Walsall, Bury and Morecambe.

Hughes, who also had a stint at Australian side Northern Fury, is free to face Bristol Rovers on Saturday.

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