Peterborough sign full-back Curtis on loan

Sam Curtis scored three goals in 50 games for St Patrick's before moving to England

Peterborough United have signed right-back Sam Curtis from Championship club Sheffield United on a season-long loan.

The teenager joined the Blades from Irish club St Patrick's in January and made his debut in the Premier League as a substitute against Everton.

Curtis is Peterborough's eighth summer signing ahead of their new-season opener at home to Huddersfield on 10 August.

"He is young, only 18, but he plays way beyond that in terms of his manner and how he plays the position," said Peterborough boss Darren Ferguson.

Curtis has been capped by the Republic of Ireland at Under-21 level and could play for Posh in Saturday's friendly against Notts County.

"He is an aggressive defender, will get forward and support the attack," Ferguson added.

"He was very keen on coming, we think he will be a really good signing for us. (Sheffield United boss) Chris Wilder really recommended him and was great to deal with, so we thank him for that."