Aston Villa forward Louie Barry has officially joined Hull City on loan until the end of the current season, a move that coincides with an extension of his contract with Villa, the specifics of which remain undisclosed, as reported by the BBC.
The 21-year-old has enjoyed a fruitful first half of the season during his loan spell at Stockport County, where he made a notable impact by scoring 15 goals in 23 league appearances, culminating in a total of 16 goals across all competitions for the Hatters. This impressive form has undoubtedly contributed to his move to Hull City, where he aims to continue his development.
Barry expressed his enthusiasm about the transfer, stating, "I'm really excited. I had a good start to the season and, hopefully, I can end it really well." He credited a conversation with Hull's manager, Ruben Selles, as pivotal in his decision to join the club. "I spoke to the gaffer and he said all the right things. I watched the Sheffield United game and that was a big turning point for me because everything the gaffer said was spot on and came to fruition," Barry explained.
Eager to return to competitive action, Barry remarked, "I just want to get out there now. I haven't played for about a month and I'm chomping at the bit to get out and hopefully score a few goals." His determination to make a significant contribution to Hull City is palpable as he prepares for his potential debut this Saturday in a Championship match against Stoke City.
Barry's footballing journey is noteworthy; he has previously represented England at the Under-18 level and made a memorable impact in his only senior appearance for Aston Villa, scoring in an FA Cup match against Liverpool in January 2021. His career has included various loan spells at clubs such as Ipswich, Swindon, MK Dons, Salford, and two separate stints at Stockport County. This trajectory highlights a promising talent eager to make his mark in the Championship with Hull City, and Villa supporters will undoubtedly be watching his progress with keen interest.