Daniel Lafferty: Burnley defender signs permanent deal with Sheffield United

Daniel Lafferty has scored once for Sheffield United, in a 3-0 win at Shrewsbury in October

League One side Sheffield United have signed on-loan Burnley left-back Daniel Lafferty for an undisclosed fee, on a deal until June 2019.

Northern Ireland international Lafferty, 27, made 45 appearances for the Clarets after signing from Derry City in January 2012.

He has featured in 22 games for the Blades since joining on loan in August.

Lafferty is United's second signing of the transfer window, following the arrival of midfielder Samir Carruthers.

Meanwhile, midfielder James Wallace, 25, has had his contract terminated by the club.

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