Former England midfielder Gareth Barry, with a record number of Premier League appearances, has joined village team Hurstpierpoint, creating excitement and raising the team's profile in Mid Sussex.
Hurstpierpoint's chairman highlighted Barry's positive impact, expecting him to bring experience and play a key role in the team, potentially sitting in front of the defense.
Barry faced a warning from the FA for breaching regulations, related to an investment in Swindon Town, where his former agent received a ban subsequently lifted.
Despite potential limited pre-season involvement, Barry is likely to make his first-team debut for Hurstpierpoint in September, showcasing his enduring fitness.
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