Carlisle-born midfielder Josh Todd has become the first signing of a new era at Annan Athletic.

The former Carlisle United prospect has returned to Galabank for a second spell after leaving Queen of the South.

Todd, 29, is the first recruit under new boss Wullie Gibson as Annan prepare for a second season in Scottish League One.

The Cumbrian previously played for Annan from 2014 to 2016, while he has spent the last three years with Queens.

He departs the Doonhamers after the arrival of ex-Annan boss Peter Murphy as manager.

It is the latest move in a career spent north of the border for Todd since he left Brunton Park a decade ago.

Gibson, speaking about the move on Annan's website, said: "I’m delighted to bring a player of Josh’s calibre here to Annan.

"He’s a player I know very well and have a very good relationship with. He’ll bring good experience to the squad and is a reliable and consistent performer.”

News and Star: Todd came through the youth ranks at Carlisle UnitedTodd came through the youth ranks at Carlisle United (Image: Stuart Walker)

Todd has also spoken of his "delight" at joining the Galabankies.

He said: "I am delighted to sign back at Annan, I have really fond memories from the last time I was here.

"After speaking to a few people around the club, there [are] still a lot of people behind the scenes from when I was last here - that just shows the commitment and investment they have towards the club, I wanted to be a part of that again.

"After speaking with Wullie I knew it was something I was really keen on from the start. It was just about getting something right for both me and the club.

"Now it is signed I can't wait to get started in what I hope is another successful season for Annan.”

Todd came through Carlisle's youth set-up and made one first-team appearance, as a substitute against Hartlepool United in December 2012.

He had loan spells at Workington Reds and Annan before moving to Annan permanently, since when he has also played for Dumbarton, St Mirren, Queen of the South, Dundee, Falkirk, Ayr United and Queens again.

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