Phelan Takes Weir To Hull

Interim Hull City manager Mike Phelan has returned to his former club to sign James Weir from Manchester United.

The 21-year-old midfielder moves to Humberside on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee.

Weir, who was a trainee at Old Trafford, made just one appearance for the Reds coming on as a late substitute in their 3-2 victory over Arsenal in February.

Weir captained United's Under-21s side last season, having joined their academy in 2008.

He will be reunited with former team-mate Will Keane and Weir told the club's website: "I've played with 'Keano' a few times and I'm looking forward to linking up with him again.

"It's an important time in my career and I think every player of my age wants to try and start playing regular first-team football.

"I couldn't be happier to join Hull and really get my career started.

"The key thing for me is that I can be a regular part of the first-team squad here and I hope I can help as the club continues to move forward.

"It will be an exciting time once the international break is over and I can't wait to meet the rest of the lads."

Phelan, who is in temporary charge at the KC Stadium following the departure of Steve Bruce, was Sir Alex Ferguson's right-hand man during the last five years of the Scotsman's tenure as manager.

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