Joe Hodge is looking forward to a new chapter in Portugal. Photo: Sportsfile

Joe Hodge is looking forward to a new chapter in Portugal. Photo: Sportsfile

Ireland U-21 midfielder has promised to bring “intensity” to his new employers after he ended his stay at Wolves and signed for ambitious Portuguese club CD Tondela.

Hodge (22) was on a long-term contract with Wolves but with opportunities likely to be limited in the coming season he was happy to answer a call from Tondela, who have just been promoted to the top flight in Portugal.