Albion Rovers hero Charlie Reilly has completed his move to Dundee on a two-year deal.
The PFA Scotland League Two Player of the Year had agreed to join the Dark Blues last month, but doubt was cast on his switch to the City of Discovery following Gary Bowyer's shock exit as manager in the aftermath of the club's promotion to the Premiership.
Now, the 21-year-old has now been officially unveiled by Dundee this aftermoon and he makes the leap from bottom tier to the top tier of the SPFL.
Dundee also revealed Reilly has been training with the club over the last year while he was with part-time Rovers, who were releagted to the Lowland League at the end of last month.
Former Hamilton Accies man Reilly netted 24 goals and made 19 assists in 43 appearances for Rovers last season - eraning him a PFA Young player of the Year nomination - and will be a huge loss to the Coatbridge side.
Reilly told the Dundee website: “I am delighted to get it over the line, it’s been a long time coming and I can’t wait to get started.
"The club felt right for me, I’ve been in training for a long time and the boys were good with me and it just felt right. Being in at the club for training last season helped massively while I was at Albion.
"It helped me a lot fitness wise and in a lot of other ways too. I’ve had good conversations with the gaffer and he’s shown belief in me, he knows what I can do. I’m really excited to work with him and to get started.”
New Dundee boss Tony Docherty said, “I am really excited to work with Charlie. I have worked with Charlie previously and have seen him in action. I was impressed with him, with his ability and athleticism.
"The numbers and nominations he got last season speak volumes about him. I know I’m getting a player with talent, and an eye for goal but I know I’m getting a player with the right attitude.
"He’s committed to the club, moving up to the area which is a big thing for me. I think he’s a player when the Dundee fans see him in full flow they will really enjoy watching him.
"I am delighted that he has chosen to sign for us.”
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