The Republic Of Ireland international joined City from Aston Villa but made a cameo role in the pre-season game at Nuneaton before getting a back injury which has kept him out until now.
He got a twenty (plus four) minute run-out against Queens Park Rangers this afternoon and told Sky Blue Player: "It was frustrating for me because I came here wanting to hit the ground running and then I got a back injury but that's behind me now so I want to get games under my belt and start contributing to the team.
"The manager has emphasised how important the whole squad will be, especially at this time of year so I want to try and stay fit and sharp and help the squad where I can."