James Collins returns to Shrewsbury Town

Shrewsbury Town has re-signed former Aston Villa trainee James Collins from Hibernian.

Following an 18-month stint at New Meadow, the striker moved to Swindon Town in 2012 and then Hibs in Scotland.

However, following their relegation from the Scottish Premiership last term, the 23-year-old has opted to return to Shrewsbury on a two-year contract.

"It is a fantastic signing for us and I'm sure that the return of Collo will please the Town fans," chief executive Matt Williams told the club's official website.

"James has been our number one target and a lot of time and effort from the chairman and manager has gone into this deal and we are delighted to have reached an agreement with Hibs to secure James for the next two years."

Collins scored 24 goals during his first spell with the League Two outfit.