Perth will be perfect move for Carey

Graham Carey had other options for his return to Scottish football, St Johnstone’s new signing has revealed.

But the Irishman believes Perth is the perfect place for the next stage of his career.

Carey, whose twoyear deal with Saints has now been confirmed, is in Spain with the McDiarmid Park squad on their pre-season training camp.

The 33-year-old knows Scottish football well, having started his career at Celtic and played for St Mirren and Ross County before starring for four seasons with Plymouth Argyle, where he scored more than 40 goals.

Carey can play wide on either side, as a number 10 or a left wing-back.

He was a transfer target of several other sides once his deal with CSKA Sofia ran out. However, Callum Davidson’s sales pitch was the most persuasive one.

“I’m really pleased to be at St Johnstone,” said the versatile player.

“I had options to consider from other Scottish clubs and it was a nice position to be in.

“But something just clicked about joining Saints and it’s where I want to be.

“The manager really impressed me about his plans for the new season and I want to be a part of it.

“I think my style of play will suit what the manager wants to do.

“I like to create chances and also get into goalscoring positions.”

Saints got too close to relegation for comfort last season but Carey believes it will be a different story this time around.

“I can tell there is a real determination and desire to do well in the new campaign and it will be a collective effort to achieve what needs to be done,” he told Saints’ website.