Burton Albion have completed the signing of Rangers winger Jamie Murphy. Murphy arrives as the Brewers’ third January addition. He has joined on loan for the rest of the season.
Burton Sign Winger Jamie Murphy
Burton announced via their website they had signed the winger. Murphy joins on loan for the remainder of the season after injuries and lack of game time at Rangers.
He reunites with Burton manager Nigel Clough who signed him for Sheffield United. Murphy will bring pace, creativity and goals to the Burton attack.
The Brewers are in the promotion race finding themselves just two points off the play-off places. Clough has been looking for attacking reinforcements to aid Burton’s charge.
Murphy has struggled with injury this season and is hoping to kick start his career with the Brewers
He could make his debut this weekend when Burton face Accrington Stanley.
What Was Said
Speaking to the Burton website about his move, Murphy said: “The training ground is second to none and it was good to get out there and get a training session in with all the boys.”
“I have worked with Nigel Clough before and had some of my greatest moments as a footballer under him, so it was an easy one to pick coming here.
“I want to be back enjoying football again. It has been a nightmare time with my knee but I’m now just looking forward to playing again and hopefully helping the boys win on Saturday.”
Manager Nigel Clough added, “We can’t quite believe we have got him, but we are absolutely delighted.”
When we heard he was down to go out on loan we made an enquiry but to get a player from Rangers of Jamie’s quality is brilliant. The fact that we have worked with him before and that we get on well with his agent has helped.”
“He wants to get out and play some football. He was out for a while with a knee injury, which is one of the reasons he’s coming out, but he’s fully fit now and available for Saturday. What he did for us at Sheffield United and how he played there means we are very excited to have him on board.”
“He plays wide mainly but can play up the middle as well. He carries the ball very well, makes goals and scores goals. He will be a great asset as we try and push for a place in the top six.”
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