Republic of Ireland international Callum O'Dowda has completed his transfer to Cardiff City, signing a three-year contract with the Championship side.
O'Dowda joins on a free transfer after leaving Bristol City at the end of last season. The midfielder spent six seasons at Ashton Gate, racking up 160 appearances for 'The Robins'.
“I’m delighted. It’s been a long process, from meeting the gaffer and going around the training ground, to actually putting pen to paper," the Irishman said.
“The intent and the passion the manager showed, and also the business that the club has been doing in the transfer window, was something that I want to be part of.
“I’m at a stage in my career where I’m hungry, I want to achieve as much as I can, and I feel as though I could be hitting my prime now. So, it’s all about kicking on with the right team, the right manager and a fantastic club."
Cardiff City boss Steve Morison has been a long time admirer of O'Dowda, and was delighted to secure the signature of O'Dowda.
“He fits the bill in all departments," Morison said.
"He brings that quality in the final third, and he’s a really good athlete. He can score goals, he can make goals, and we’ve just got to get the best out of him.
“I showed him the plan, explained how he would fit into that plan, and showed him what we want to do. We want players who want to be here and be part of it, and I’m really pleased to have him on board.”
O'Dowda will be hoping the move will help him break his way back into the Irish squad. The midfielder, capped 23 times for Ireland, last played for 'The Boys in Green' in 2020.
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