Cambridge United sign Irish defender

Cambridge United managed to complete the signing of Shane O'Neill before last night's 11pm transfer deadline.

The U's struck a deal on a six-month loan for the 22-year-old, who is currently contracted to Cypriot side Apollon Limassol.

O'Neill is eligible to play internationally for Ireland and the USA, having represented the latter at Under-20 and Under-23 level.

The defender started his career in the MLS with Colorado Rapids, for whom he scored one goal in 52 appearances.