Byrne on United radar as Robson signs on again

LIVINGSTON promotion hero Shaun Byrne is the latest player to be linked with a move to Dundee United.

But the Tangerines will face stiff competition from elsewhere if they do move for him.

The 24-year-old was part of the side that clinched promotion to the Premiership by beating Partick Thistle in the play-offs on Sunday.

He’s now out of contract and that’s alerted United, Falkirk and a string of English clubs. Livi, though, are hopeful of persuading him to stay with them as they have a crack at the top flight next season.

Their chances of hanging on to him have been boosted by manager David Hopkin turning down and offer to switch to English League Two outfit Carlisle United.

United, meanwhile, have confirmed full-back Jamie Robson has signed on for another two years with them. The 20-year-old had been watched by a number of clubs and Southampton did try to take him south early last year.

But he’s decided to stay where he is for the time being.

“I am happy Jamie has signed another contract with the club,” said his boss Csaba Laszlo.

“I believe he has the potential to go and play at a higher level but he also has some learning still to do.

“This news is good for the club as he can help us achieve our goals and for Jamie who can continue his development and fulfil his potential at the club where he broke through.”

And Robson has set his sights on winning promotion to the Premiership next term.

“This year we need to win the league or get promoted but, hopefully, by winning the league,” he said.