Edwards glad to be ‘part of Utd’s rebuild in Premiership’

left the club, he moved to Blackpool last summer on a free transfer.

Leaving Home Park was obviously difficult for him, due to the love and support he got from the fans and staff at Plymouth.

He wrote: “It’s been a crazy two-year journey for obvious reasons but what a club to represent! A massive thank you to everyone involved with the club.

“You all stood by me when I needed your support most and that’s something that will stay with me for all of my days. Hopefully, we cross paths sometime in the future.”

Edwards moved to Blackpool on a two-year contract in June of last year.

He played 27 times in all competitions last season for the League One side, his final game being a 2-1 home win over Bolton Wanderers on February 25.

United boss Micky Mellon has spoken of getting the right types into the club and it looks like

Edwards has not just the physical stature but the mental strength and character that he is looking for.

The new man was delighted to get the deal done.

Speaking on United’s official website, he said: “As soon as I spoke to the gaffer and to Tony Asghar (United sporting director) I knew I wanted to come up to the Scottish Premiership and I’m finally glad to be part of Dundee United’s rebuild in the Premiership.

“I don’t like to say I’m this or that, the fans will hopefully make that call themselves. I like everything and, as footballers, we need to do all sides of the game.”

Manager Mellon added: “I’m delighted to finally get Ryan in the door. We need a strong squad and I believe we need that type of player that Ryan is. He will come in and add to what we already have, so I’m pleased to have him on board.”