Declan John has rejoined Salford on loan for the remainder of the season to see out the rest of his Wanderers contract.

The Welshman spent the first half of the campaign at the Peninsula Stadium but his initial loan deal expired at the start of the month.

John has made 92 appearances for the Whites since joining from Swansea in January 2021, initially on loan before making the move permanent several months later.

He helped Bolton win promotion from League Two and also played the full 90 minutes in the EFL Trophy final against Plymouth at Wembley last year.

However, John was allowed to head out on loan on Deadline Day with Randell Williams, Jack Iredale and Zac Ashworth all providing options at left wing-back.

“We thank him for everything he has done for us, he has been a big part of our journey,” said Ian Evatt.

“There are some very good memories – obviously the promotion from League Two and then playing in the cup final last year. These things in football evolve and we wish him all the best.”

Salford currently sit 21st in the League Two table following their 3-0 defeat against Accrington on New Year’s Day.

Earlier today, the Ammies confirmed the appointment of ex-Oxford boss Karl Robinson as their new head coach. Robinson succeeds Neil Wood, who was sacked over the Christmas period after a run of eight games without victory in the league.

“It was an easy decision, I think the club needed a bit of stability and now it has that with the new gaffer," said John.

"After seeing him and meeting him today, the boys seem upbeat which is good to see and be a part of.

“The first two months for me personally went reasonably well, we had a spell of a few games where we had a few wins and draws, but have had a tricky few weeks for whatever reason.

"But I’m sure that’s going to change with the quality we have in the team, and I’ve still got a lot to show and prove that I’m a good player.

“We’re relishing the challenge and are looking forward to working hard and doing our best for the club and the new gaffer.

"We want to finish strong and give a good account of ourselves, and we owe it to the fans, the club and ourselves to really get going and get up the table.”