CONNOR Murray spoke of his delight after his loan move at The Showgrounds was turned into a permanent switch…

After spending the entirety of the 2024/25 campaign on loan at the Ballycastle Road, the Scotsman has agreed terms on a multi-year deal.

Murray made 35 appearances in all competitions last term and hit a memorable double as the Bannsiders earned a 2-0 victory at Linfield back in February.

When asked for his views on his future being resolved, the 28-year-old said: “I’m pleased and delighted to be extending my stay at Coleraine.

“Once I knew the club wanted to keep me, it was an easy decision and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my time here so far.

“I’ve loved living in Northern Ireland and it’s quite similar to home. There are a lot of good people around the club and so many people helped me to settle.

“I played a good amount of games last season and I’m looking to crack on now.”

An injury setback in April meant Murray was unable to participate in the final games of the campaign, including the European play-off games as Ruaidhri Higgins was appointed as manager.

However, he is now eager to make up for lost time and gave a positive update on his injury.

He stated: “I got an injection last week so I’m starting to get better. I’m hoping I won’t be out for too much longer as I’m keen to get back.

“I was gutted to miss out on the final games of the season and was devastated that we fell just short in the play-off final.

“I’m just eager to get back into pre-season and the signings we have made so far just shows that the club is moving in the right direction.”