Paton departs Tannadice
Midfielder leaves Dundee Utd
Dundee United skipper Paul Paton has quit Tannadice, the Northern Ireland midfielder has confirmed.
Paton is now expected to join Tayside rivals St Johnstone on a free transfer after his contract with relegated United expired.
The 29-year-old joined the Terrors from Partick Thistle in 2013 and went on to make almost 100 appearances.
Confirming his departure, Paton posted on Twitter: Thank you for the last 3 years @dundeeunitedfc. Thank you to the fans that supported me I'll never forget that.
Good luck to the boys next year I hope they get the club and the fans back to where they should be.''
In a statement posted on United's website, Paton added: There will always be a tangerine spot in my heart and I wish Dundee United every success in returning to the Scottish Premiership next season.''
A spokesperson for Dundee United said: We would like to thank Paul for his outstanding service to the club and wish him all the very best for his future.''