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Conor Hourihane: Aston Villa and Republic of Ireland midfielder loaned to Sheffield United

Sheffield United have signed Aston Villa midfielder Conor Hourihane on loan for the rest of the season.

The 30-year-old Republic of Ireland international has made more than 150 appearances for Villa since joining them from Barnsley in 2017.

He spent the second half of last season on loan at Swansea and played in their play-off defeat by Brentford.

"I've played against Sheffield United a few times and it is an exciting club to be involved in," Hourihane said.

"The manager here has a great reputation in the Championship, his Fulham team beat us in a play-off final a couple of years ago and I'm looking forward to working with him.