McINTOSH KEEN TO STRIKE FOR LICHTIES

Leighton McIntosh knows all about Arbroath as the former Cove Rangers striker prepares for his third spell with the Gayfield side.

And with Lichties fans desperately seeking a new goalscoring hero, McIntosh is confident he can deliver.

No stranger to hitting the back of the net, McIntosh, 30, grabbed 10 goals in 11 starts during his last short-term stint with Lichties six years ago.

The former Cove star – he made more than 100 appearances for the Aberdeen club three seasons – has rejoined Dick Campbell’s side some nine years after his first spell as a loan star from Dundee.

And after penning a two-year deal at Gayfield, McIntosh is keen to get the strikes Arbroath need to push for play-offs this term.

“I’d like to score as many goals as I can,” said McIntosh. “I was just one away from double figures with Cove last year.

“I felt like I could have got more and I’m sure every striker thinks like that.

“Wherever I am, then I back myself to get goals.

“It’s one of my main attributes, whether that’s coming off the bench or starting and I feel like I’m a better player than the one Arbroath had before.

“I’m really quick, strong, good in the air and I work hard to keep myself in good condition.

“Scoring double figures could help solidify Arbroath’s place in the Championship.

“Every season is different. Arbroath, Cove and Hamilton were fighting at the bottom last season.

“But there’s no reason why Arbroath can’t push for play-offs again.

“A lot can change in one season so hopefully I can help Arbroath push on by adding goals.”

McIntosh netted against Arbroath last term for Cove. He scored nine goals in total as Paul Hartley’s men were relegated.