Former West Brom and Aston Villa midfielder Gareth Barry is back in football four years after retiring from the professional game.
The 43-year-old, who has the most Premier League appearances playing 653 times over a career spanning more than two decades, has signed for Hurstpierpoint.
The former Villa man joined Man City in 2009 for £12 million before moving to Everton and eventually ending up with the Baggies bringing down the curtain on a fabulous career. Barry joins the side thanks to his relationship with his former agent Michael Standing, who is now the coach of Hurstpierpoint.A statement on X said:"We are beyond delighted to announce that former England international and all-time Premier League record appearance holder Gareth Barry has signed for Hurstpierpoint Football Club.
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