Nathanael Ogbeta is Barnsley’s second signing of the summer.

The left-back, 24, arrives on a season-long loan from Plymouth Argyle where he is out of contract next summer.

After a decade in the Manchester City academy, he made his name at Shrewsbury Town before moving to Swansea City in 2022. The England under 20 international barely featured in the Championship for the Welsh club, being loaned out to Peterborough United and Bolton Wanderers – starting their play-off final loss to Oxford last year.

Ogbeta then moved to Plymouth, playing 17 Championship games for the relegated Devon club.

Ogbeta told the club website: “I’m delighted to join the club and I’m looking forward to getting going with the lads.

“Currently, I’m in London because I’m getting married at the weekend. But I’m excited to join the lads next week and getting started.”

Sporting director Mladen Sormaz added: “Nathanael joins us with a fantastic pedigree, having played a good number of Championship games last season at Plymouth. His ability to defend, combined with his athleticism, makes him an ideal candidate for Conor’s squad, and we are delighted to have him on board at this early stage of pre- season.”

Head coach Conor Hourihane added: “I’m really excited by the signing of Nathanael. He has good EFL experience for a player of his age, and he brings depth to the squad, which is essential. He’ll link up with the rest of the squad next week, and we’re delighted to have him here.”