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Jack Moylan’s move to fellow Championship side Cardiff City was confirmed earlier today, following days of speculation about the move. The Imps have received an undisclosed record fee for the Republic of Ireland international. Jez George said: “It was not our intention to sell Jack in this window, but Jack made it clear that he wanted to pursue this opportunity, and then every player has their valuation, so once that was agreed, as well as all future contingency payments and our future interest in the player, it was right for Lincoln City to complete the deal. “Players have one career: it is impossible to deny them life-changing contracts and expect them to be the same player. Jack has contributed to our success, his goal at Reading will remain part of Lincoln City folklore, and we have also contributed to his development, culminating in a debut for the Republic of Ireland. In less than three seasons, with Jack missing almost a calendar year with two major injuries, we have multiplied our initial investment exponentially for a player yet to play in the Championship, so we move on. That’s football. But Jack is a top person, an infectious character, and we thank him for everything, wish him well, and time will allow us to reflect on so many amazing memories and cherish our time together.” Everyone at Vital Lincoln City would like to thank Jack for his outstanding contribution to the football club and wish him every success in the future. Speaking to Cardiff City TV, Jack said: “I’m absolutely delighted to be here. It’s such a massive football club – in Ireland growing up, you watch Cardiff City as a Premier League club, so I’m absolutely over the moon to be here. “There were a lot of factors. It’s such a big Club, such a nice city, and Brian [Barry-Murphy] has such a good reputation. The way he plays football, I think I’ll really enjoy it. I’ve watched the team a lot over the last year, and watched last weekend against Roma, and the football speaks for itself. “Last year I played a lot in the ten and off the left for Lincoln – I naturally drift to that side. I think the shape here will really suit me, because it’s a footballing team who like to be versatile. When you’re playing with such a good team, surrounded by players who are on the same wavelength as you, it’s going to be really enjoyable.” Reaction on the 100% Imps forum: Impish: “It was always going to happen when this was mentioned a few days ago. It’s still quite a hard pill to swallow though. Guess we will only really know the true figures involved when the next set of accounts come out. I wish Jack all the best, and hope that any add-ons will come to fruition for us because that will soften the blow in the coming months and years. As things stand, it gives us an even bigger hole to fill in the attacking and creative department; we are going to need some pretty decent signings to give us a chance of staying in the Championship IMO.” hulloutpost: “Musings: Did he internally ask for a transfer and if he did, as per the old urban myth, would that reduce any share of a fee to him arising from his transfer. How much of the transfer fee do we need to pass to his old club in Ireland? 20% would be quite a hit.” TrickyImps!: “As Jez mentioned in the article about Jack, it’s very difficult to deny someone the chance to get a huge pay-rise (at a bigger club) and expect them to perform to their maximum. It was the right decision for all parties, as much as it pains me to accept. Thanks for the memories, Jack. Good luck in 44 games next season!”