Sam Byrne with some important information about the deal:
"Louie Barry is back at #StockportCounty. Barry says "a special club" which is "taking a risk" on bringing him in - "I can't wait to see you all soon".
Loan deal until the end of the season from Aston Villa. Given Barry's injury, it's one that Dave Challinor refers to as a "possibility signing", and the club refer to as in part down to the "special relationship" between all parties.
"Louie is stepping up his rehab and should be back running in the coming week or so and, all things being equal, we may see him back out on the pitch somewhere around the middle of March."
“If it’s quicker, fantastic, if it’s not, then so be it. We are doing this as a ‘possibility’ signing, but are very clear as to what could or could not happen."
Few things to note:
- County will not pay any money for the deal until Barry plays 45 mins for the club - As you can infer, believe it's seen as a 'bonus' signing and a free hit, as County's business was already done for the month with Barry coming in as an added option once fit
Just hope folk don't expect too much from Barry. Lads had a rough time since he left EP. Pushed from pillar to post and injuries. Take time to get his mojo back. Good luck to him 42worrall