LEWIS McGregor says the prospect of playing in a new league provided him with the “perfect opportunity” to make the move to the club…
The speedy wide man was announced as our latest summer arrival after an undisclosed fee was agreed with Airdrieonians.
The 21-year-old, who started his career at Greenock Morton, has subsequently agreed terms on a multi-year deal at The Showgrounds.
When asked to sum up his thoughts on a new chapter in his career, the Scotsman said: “I’m really pleased and as soon as the opportunity arose, I was glad and it’s nice to know people are watching you.
“It was a no-brainer really to come here.
“I’ve not told many people about my transfer to Coleraine but I’ve had a look at the league and think it’s a good one for me to move to.
“I heard about the interest when the season had finished and I had a Zoom call with the manager and I found it exciting with what we want to do this season.”
McGregor’s pace to burn is one attribute that Coleraine fans can expect to see when he takes to the pitch for the first time.
“I played a few games for Morton but I got the move to Airdrie and that’s been good for my career,” he stated.
“I was given plenty of game time and I really excelled from there.
“I can play on the left or the right.
“If I was to describe my game…it would be that I’m a fast, direct winger.”