'Unfinished business' - Hull City midfielder secures permanent transfer after loan move

Harry Wood says he has "unfinished business" at Shelbourne after joining the League of Ireland leaders on a permanent basis from Hull City. The midfielder made a big impact during a loan spell at Shels last season, scoring two goals and registering six assists in 15 outings.

Leeds-born Wood returned from Shels in time for the opening of the winter transfer window and headed back out on loan to Grimsby Town. The former Manchester United graduate played 10 times for the League Two outfit.

“I’ve got unfinished business here (on Shelbourne)," said Wood. "I want to play my part in getting this club back to where it belongs."

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Wood, who made two substitute appearances for City, is believed to have signed a two-and-a-half-year contract at Tolka Park. Shelbourne boss Damien Duff said: “It is amazing to have H back after a prolonged holiday in Grimsby.

"The best football he played in his career was with Shelbourne. The happiest he has been in his career was also with Shelbourne. That is why both parties were so eager to do this. Last year he made a massive impression in a short period. Now he will have a much bigger impact over a much longer length of time. Welcome home Harold. UTR."

Luke Byrne, Shelbourne FC Technical Director, added: "We’re so happy to welcome Harry back to Tolka Park. He made a huge impact on the pitch but also with his team mates and the fans.

"We have been very keen to bring him back here and we’re delighted we’ve now been able to do it. He’s a fantastic player who bought into the club and we expect him to kick on again in his next spell with us. A huge thanks to our board for their support and to Hull City for how they conducted themselves throughout the negotiations.”