New keeper will bring ‘stability’
Jack Ross says he is delighted to add ‘security and stability’ to his goalkeeping ranks after signing Jon McLaughlin.
McLaughlin caught the eye at Hearts of Midlothian last season, earning his first Scotland cap in the process.
He also boasts a strong Football League record, winning promotions with Burton Albion and Bradford City.
The 30-year-old was also named in the 2016/17 PFA League One team of the season.
Ross said: “Jon was in Scotland last season, but he’s spent the rest of his career in England and played in successful teams in this division.
“He’s a really good signing for us because he will bring security and stability to that position, as well as experience to the team, and play a key role moving forward.
“He’s a safe pair of hands.”
McLaughlin, 30, has signed a two-year deal.
Bournemouth have confirmed that Max Gradel has completed a permanent move to Toulouse for an undisclosed fee.
The 30-year-old spent last season on loan at the Stadium Municipal, scoring eight goals in Ligue 1 as Toulouse narrowly avoided relegation.
The former Leeds and Leicester winger made an impact upon his arrival at Bournemouth in 2015, but a serious knee injury curtailed his time at the Vitality Stadium.
Ryan Hardie has completed his return to Livingston after joining on a season-long loan from Rangers.
The forward was part of the side that earned promotion to the Ladbrokes Premiership last season and he has returned to the club, with Kenny Miller thought to be poised to take the manager’s position.