New signings Erwin and Ruddy expected to bring a ‘different dimension’
Ross County brought striker Lee Erwin back to Scotland as they completed two signings yesterday.
The former Motherwell, Leeds and Kilmarnock player followed goalkeeper Jack Ruddy in joining County yesterday.
The 24-year-old moves to Dingwall after a season in Iran, wherehebrokealeaguerecord by hitting a seven-minute hattrick for his club, Tractor.
Co-manager Stuart Kettlewell told the club’s website: “Lee gives us a different dimension and managing to get a player of his quality in is fantastic for the club.
“Given his experience in the Premiership with Motherwell and Kilmarnock we know he is capable of playing at this level and it’s about making sure we can get him playing at his best here. Lee has played in the lower leagues in Scotland as well as the Premiership. He has played in the lower leagues in England as well as the Championship. That tells you he knows what it takes to work your way to the top and we fully expect him to work his way to his best here.”
Ruddy joins after being released by Wolves following a recent loan spell with Ayr.
The 21-year-old Scotland youth international, who was previously on the books of Rangers and Real Murcia, has agreed a six-month deal.
Kettlewell said: “Obviously Jack comes with a good track record having been with a Premier League side and we know he will provide great competition for the No 1 shirt here.”
County host Forfar tonight aiming to make it four wins out of four in the Betfred Cup group stages. But the Loons also have aspirations of topping the group after netting seven goals in two wins.
Co-boss Steven Ferguson said: “Forfar have had a great League Cup campaign as well and will fancy their chances.”