Barnsley have completed the signing of former Motherwell striker Devante Cole on a three-year deal.
The 26-year-old's contract expired this summer and although the Fir Park side offered him a new deal, Cole has decided to return to the English Championship side.
The former Manchester city youngster was outstanding for Motherwell last season after Graham Alexander became manager and he finished as the Steelmen's top scorer with 12 goals.
Cole enjoyed a successful loan spell at Barnsley during the 2014-15 season, scoring seven goals and the English striker is delighted to have re-joined the Tykes.
Cole said: "I’m really happy to be back. I was here a good few years ago and I really enjoyed my time; I kind of wish I didn’t leave, so it feels good to be back.
“The fans were always great and it was a good group of boys then, and I’ve heard it’s a very good group now so, hopefully, it can be the same again and more successful.
“I can’t wait to go. It’s a new challenge – well, it feels new but I’ve been here before for a few months so I just can’t wait to go again.”
Barnsley boss Valérien Ismaël said: “I am delighted that we have signed Devante.
"He is a player with lots of ability and has shown that he can score goals. I am confident that he complements our existing philosophy and style of play.
“It is important that we continue to progress as a club and getting this deal done so quickly is a clear indication that we intend to be competitive next season.
"I look forward to integrating Devante into our squad when we return for pre-season later this month.”
Follow Lanarkshire Live Sport on Twitter via @LanLiveSport, like us on Facebook or find us on Instagram for the latest sports news, pictures and video
