Airdrieonians have secured the signing of defender Evan Easton, who previously played for Celtic and Sheffield United. The 21-year-old centre-back was released by the Blades but impressed on trial at New Broomfield, earning a contract with the League One side.
Immediate Inclusion in Squad
Easton goes straight into the squad for today's Premier Sports Cup match against Dundee. Airdrie boss John Rankin expressed delight at the acquisition, stating: “We’re delighted to get Evan on board, he did really well against Falkirk [in a friendly] on Tuesday.”
Potential and Attributes
Rankin highlighted Easton's potential and qualities: “He hasn’t spent much time with us during pre-season, but he’s a young player with huge potential who’s now looking to find his roots in first-team football. He’s got good attributes as a ball-playing centre-back who enjoys individual battles, so we’re looking forward to seeing how he progresses.”
Player's Reaction
Easton shared his enthusiasm: “I’m buzzing to get signed up after coming in to train and play on Tuesday. I’ve enjoyed my short time at the club so far, and can’t wait to get stuck in to the new season. Hopefully it can be a successful one for everybody at the club.”
Recent Signings
Easton's arrival marks the fifth new signing for Airdrie in the past week, following goalkeepers Jamie Sneddon and Ruairidh Adams, striker Liam McLeish, and midfielder AJ Bridge. The Diamonds have been active in bolstering their squad ahead of the new campaign.
