Will Ferry addresses Dundee United future after rejecting transfer

Dundee United defender Will Ferry has rejected a transfer to Sigma Olomouc and says he will not decide on his future until the end of the season.

Will Ferry has confirmed he will remain a Dundee United player for now, having rejected a transfer to Sigma Olomouc and put talks over his future on hold. The 25-year-old left-back is in the final year of his contract at Tannadice, with the club sitting fourth in the Premiership on 10 points. The team's recent form has been strong, winning three of their last five league matches, and they will look to continue that momentum in their next fixture against Hearts.

Ferry stated that discussions about a new deal with Dundee United have halted and he will not make any commitment this month. "I wasn’t dreading the phone ringing because you never know what could come in," Ferry said. He added that while a contract offer from the club exists, they are not currently speaking about it.

Sigma Olomouc bid swiftly rejected

Sigma Olomouc submitted an offer worth approximately £1.7 million for Ferry, which Dundee United accepted. The player, however, turned it down quickly. Ferry explained the decision, citing that the overall package of money, club, football opportunity and lifestyle did not appeal to him. He described it as a pretty swift refusal after his agent outlined the terms. The club's decision to accept the bid shows the financial realities at play, even as they aim to keep a key member of their squad.

Celtic interest preceded Emenalo loan

Celtic showed interest in Ferry during the summer as they sought cover for Kieran Tierney, with Parkhead scouts monitoring him closely. The Scottish champions ultimately chose a different path, securing Landon Emenalo on loan from Chelsea instead of pursuing a move for the Dundee United defender. This interest from a major club highlighted Ferry's growing profile and his important stats for United.

Ferry reflected on a turbulent transfer window, calling it 'carnage' and admitting he deleted his social media accounts to avoid constant speculation. He said he was counting down the days until the deadline and just wanted the situation resolved. With his contract expiring in 2027, Ferry could sign a pre-contract with another club as early as January, but for now his focus is on the pitch. The defender's immediate availability is a boost for a side that recently beat St Mirren 3-0 to solidify their top-four standing, and he will be key for the upcoming fixtures.