Hull City have signed former Manchester United, Sunderland and Middlesbrough defender Paddy McNair from MLS side San Diego FC on an 18-month contract. The 30-year-old came through United's youth setup and made 27 appearances for the club before moving to Sunderland in 2016 and later Middlesbrough. Having made 219 appearances in all competitions for Boro, he moved to San Diego in 2024 and had a brief spell with West Bromwich Albion on loan before making 22 MLS appearances last season. "I've played in the Championship for a lot of seasons and the one thing I'm missing is a promotion. It would be great if we can push on towards the end of the season and get that goal."

Source: BBC January 28, 2026 23:14 UTC