Ben Garner says he has watched Bristol Rovers' new signing for the last 18 months.
Jayden Mitchell-Lawson has become Garner's first signing as Gas boss, signing on loan from Derby County for the rest of this season.
The energetic winger has made two senior appearances for the Rams so far in his career, and Garner feels the 20-year-old has the ability to impress at Rovers.
He told the club website: "Jayden is an exciting talent who has developed through the Derby County academy in recent seasons and we are delighted to welcome him to the club.
"He is a player I have watched over the last 18 months & the recruitment team have also done a lot of homework on him.
"The staff at Derby speak very highly of Jayden & we thank them for their help in getting the deal done so smoothly.
"Jayden showed a strong desire to join us which was important.
"His attributes will add to what we already have in the squad and we are pleased that we have been able to conclude the deal early, ahead of what will be a busy week for the club, with two important fixtures at the Mem."
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