Sunderland defender Niall Huggins has reunited with Mike Dodds at Wycombe in a season-long loan move.
It’s an opportunity for the 24-year-old to play regular football after his 18-month injury nightmare.
Huggins returned to action in the summer but has now found his path to the first team blocked by Trai Hume and new signings Nordi Mukiele and Lutsharel Geertruida.
Kristjaan Speakman, Sunderland’s sporting director, said: “After performing well in our team, Niall’s had an incredibly difficult 18 months, and I know I speak for players, coaches, and supporters alike when I say that it’s great to see him back in action.
“He’s worked tirelessly to return, and this loan represents an excellent opportunity for him to play regularly throughout the upcoming campaign.
“We all wish him well at Wycombe Wanderers.”
Mike Dodds said: “I’m really keen on Niall as a player and we’re really pleased to bring him here to give us extra competition down the right-hand side.
“He’s a great lad, he works hard and has battled back from injury so he’s ready to make a big impact for us here throughout the season.”
Wycombe’s director of football strategy & data intelligence Tom Stockwell added: “Niall is a top footballer who can play in multiple positions, shapes and systems. We mainly see him operating at right and left back, but he gives us the flexibility to change in game with his versatility.
“With high energy and intensity, Niall will give us drive to carry us out the defensive shape and into attack.”
Wycombe are 22nd in the League One standings after a difficult start to the season.
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