Tom James has joined Salford City on loan from Hibs until the end of the season.
The Welsh full back spent the first part of the campaign on loan at Wigan Athletic where he managed four goals in 24 games.
However the Latics were unable to agree a deal to extend his stay and Salford have taken advantage to bring him in.
The League Two outfit, who are co-owned by a consortium of Manchester United legends including David Beckham, Gary and Phil Neville, Ryan Giggs and Nicky Butt, are fifth in English League Two.
James was brought to Easter Road in summer 2019 by Paul Heckingbottom, but struggled to hold down a regular place and fell out of favour after Jack Ross’ arrival.
Salford manager Richie Wellens said: “Tom’s a very good footballer, composed, technically very good and that’s what I think he will bring to the team.
“I’ve been aware of him for three or four years now. I tried to sign him when he was leaving Yeovil but he agreed to join West Brom, that fell through but I kept tabs on his progress, he moved to Hibs and has been on loan at Wigan.
“We’ve brought him in as a right back but we’re very aware that he can play as effectively on the left if required too.
"The two signings we’ve made – Robbie Gotts can play in three or four positions and Tom who’s played right back, he covered at centre-back at the weekend – they can cover multiple positions which is something we’ve needed.”
