Delap leaves Stoke on Barnsley loan

Midfielder Rory Delap has joined Barnsley on loan until the end of the season, Stoke have confirmed.

The 36-year-old agreed a one-year contract extension with Stoke last May, to feature in his seventh season with the club.

The Republic of Ireland player signed for the Potters in a £500,000 move from Sunderland, was part of the 2007/08 promotion-winning side and has gone on to play over 200 matches for the club.