Northern Ireland's Hughes joins Indian club Kerala Blasters

Aaron Hughes closes in on Ukraine's Yevhen Konoplyanka during the 2-0 win at Euro 2016

Northern Ireland defender Aaron Hughes has signed a one-year deal with Indian Super League side Kerala Blasters.

The 36-year-old, who has won 103 caps, will play for a team managed by former Manchester United and England winger Steve Coppell.

Former Newcastle United, Aston Villa and Fulham central defender Hughes has been without a club since being released by Melbourne City in April.

Hughes played in three of NI's four games at Euro 2016 in France.

The veteran international was reported to be considering a contract offer from League One side Oldham Athletic earlier this month.

Hughes will have former QPR winger Antonio German and one-time Barcelona youngster Josu among his team-mates at the Blasters.

He will have to wait for his first taste of action for his new club as the Indian Super League does not start until October.

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