Harrison McGahey, former Sheffield United defender, has signed a two-year deal with Flint Town United after a successful stint in Wales.

Former Sheffield United defender Harrison McGahey is still going strong a decade after his Bramall Lane exit, having secured the latest move of a career that has taken him from the Football League to title success in Wales.

McGahey, now 30, has joined Cymru Premier side Flint Town United on a two-year contract following the expiry of his deal with The New Saints, where he won two league titles, a Welsh Cup and a League Cup.

The centre-half was one of the first players released by Chris Wilder when he arrived at Bramal Lane in the summer of 2016, bringing an end to a two-year spell in South Yorkshire.

McGahey had joined the Blades from Blackpool in 2014 amid high hopes and made 20 league appearances for the club, captaining United during pre-season before ultimately being told his contract would not be renewed as Wilder began reshaping the squad which would go on to win promotion from League One.

At the time, McGahey issued an emotional farewell to supporters. "It’s been an up and down two years for me and for Sheffield United," he wrote. "I’ve met some good friends along the way and worked with some great coaches.

"I just want to thank everyone who has stuck by me. A fresh start will be good and I am looking forward to the next challenge."

That fresh start came at Rochdale, where McGahey enjoyed arguably the most successful spell of his career, making more than 130 League One appearances and establishing himself as a reliable performer at third-tier level.

Further spells with Scunthorpe United, Oldham Athletic and Tranmere Rovers followed before a move across the border to Wales, where he helped The New Saints continue their domestic dominance.

Now, a decade after leaving Bramall Lane, McGahey has embarked on the latest chapter of a career that perhaps never quite reached the heights expected when he arrived from Blackpool as a highly-rated youngster, but has nevertheless spanned more than a decade in the professional game.

“Flint Town United are delighted to announce the signing of Harrison McGahey on a two-year deal,” a club statement read. “The central defender will join the Silkmen following the expiry of his contract with The New Saints on 30 June.

“Harrison brings quality, leadership and experience to Lee Fowler’s squad ahead of the 2026/27 season.Welcome to the Essity Stadium, Harrison!”