Will Ferry has returned to training with Dundee United and appears set to remain at the club in the short term after a proposed £1.8 million move to a Czech side stalled. The Republic of Ireland international was given permission to open talks with the unnamed Czech club earlier this week, but Record Sport understands the discussions have not progressed beyond that stage.
Ferry Returns to Training Amid Uncertainty
The 25-year-old vice-captain was back on the training pitch with Dundee United on Wednesday, as speculation over his future continues. The Czech club's interest has not yet resulted in a completed deal, and it remains to be seen whether they will return with a renewed effort. Ferry is entering the final year of his contract at Tannadice, adding urgency to any potential transfer.
Interest in Ferry is not limited to the Czech Republic. The left-back has also attracted attention from clubs in England and other European leagues, following a standout season that earned him his first senior cap for Ireland in May. Further interest is expected in the coming weeks.
United Sign Keeper Jordan Amissah
Meanwhile, Dundee United have completed the signing of goalkeeper Jordan Amissah from Burton Albion, making him their seventh summer addition. The 23-year-old will compete with Jack Walton for the starting position. Amissah previously spent a successful spell at Ross County, although he never played at Tannadice during that time.
Amissah expressed his delight at joining United: “I am happy to get it over the line and I am looking forward to the next few years. Tannadice is one of the top grounds I haven’t experienced in my time at Ross County. When I spoke to the County boys they all said it is always horrible for teams to come here. I just want to get on the grass and get going. I am looking to build relationships and hopefully we can be successful.”
The goalkeeper also reflected on the competitiveness of the Scottish Premiership: “It is such a competitive league. For people who don’t have a club, they see Celtic, Rangers and maybe last season they would have been Hearts and would have said that is about it. It is such a competitive league and you have to be on top of your league to succeed.”
Amissah's Journey Through a Career Crossroads
Amissah admitted that his time at Ross County was a turning point in his career. “I was kind of at a crossroads at the time with Sheffield United. I had a decision to make, am I going to stay, maybe go out on loan or change scenery and crack on with my career. I decided on the latter. It was difficult. I found myself without a club for six months. It was really tough but I worked hard to stay in shape and be ready for the opportunity. When Ross County came in I was delighted. I went up and I found myself in the team fairly quickly. We started off alright and it was a real shame that at the end of the season that it wasn’t enough to stay in the league. I’ve got plenty of fond memories from my time up in Dingwall.”
