Marc Roberts: Barnsley sign FC Halifax defender

Image source, Getty Images

Image caption, Barnsley finished 11th in League One in 2014-15

Barnsley have signed FC Halifax Town centre-back and captain Marc Roberts on a three-year deal.

The Barnsley-born 24-year-old made 46 appearances for the Shaymen this season, scoring four goals.

He "The gaffer here is great and I'm looking forward to working for him.

"I'm an old-fashioned defender. I'm strong in the air and won't lose many headers. I'm not bad on the floor but I'm looking to improve."