Former Sheffield United goalkeeper agrees free transfer switch to Championship rivals
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Long, now 27 years old, came through United’s youth academy and played over 100 times between the posts before moving to Hull in 2018.
He turned down the offer of a new deal at Hull – after the club opted against activating an extension to his present terms and tried to renegotiate a fresh contract - and could face the Blades next season after their relegation back to the Championship.
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Hide AdHe made only eight appearances for the Tigers last season as they won the League One title to seal a return to the Championship.
“For the past three years - I’ve loved playing for the club and to finish with promotion back to the Championship was brilliant,” Long wrote on Instagram alongside a picture celebrating the title.
“All the best for the future.”
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