previous loan employers Shrewsbury Town in the opening game of the season. Having played regularly until November McAllister lost his place once more and deemed a fringe player, was allowed to leave as United looked to trim their squad. During his time at Bramall Lane, McAllister made a total of 30 appearances and scored 4 goals. Shrewsbury Town In January 2013 McAllister completed a move League One rivals and former loan club Shrewsbury Town for an undisclosed fee, signing a two and a half-year deal. Manager Graham Turner said "It's just over a week ago that Sheffield United accepted a bid for David, so obviously we're pleased to have concluded the deal... Initially it was a surprise that they would sell him as he's figured in a lot of their games, but I think the fact that he has been here and knows all about us, knows the professional attitude and the work ethic here helped in his decision to join us." McAllister scored his first goal in Shrewsbury colours on 2 March 2013 in a 3–1 defeat to Walsall at the Bescot Stadium. McAllister picked up an ankle injury in March 2014, which saw him miss the season run-in as Shrewsbury were relegated to League Two. McAllister also missed the following pre-season, and was made available for loan by new manager Micky Mellon on regaining full fitness, joining Stevenage on an initial months loan on 16 October 2014. The loan deal was later extended, with McAllister not returning to his parent club until the New Year. He was released by the club, having come to an arrangement regarding the remainder of his contract, on 16 January 2015 and signed permanently with Stevenage four days later on undisclosed terms. Stevenage After an injury hit 18-month spell with Stevenage, McAllister was released in May 2016. International career McAllister's performances earned him a call up for the Republic of Ireland U23 national team in 2010, however he wasn't able to play due to an ankle injury. Career statistics Honours Shrewsbury Town League Two '''Runners Up: 2011–2012 References External links Profile Page at Shamrock Rovers 1988 births Living people Association footballers from County Dublin Republic of Ireland association footballers Association football midfielders League of Ireland players English Football League players Drogheda United F.C. players Shelbourne F.C. players St Patrick's Athletic F.C. players Sheffield United F.C. players Shrewsbury Town F.C. players Stevenage F.C. players