Former Scotland cap Jordan Archer has answered Motherwell ’s goalkeeping SOS after Trevor Carson was ruled out for at least three months with a knee injury.
The 27-year-old has signed until January and will vie with Aaron Chapman for the number one jersey.
Well were rocked when Northern Ireland international Carson limped out of Saturday’s win over Ross County with a knee issue that requires surgery.
It follows summer signing Scott Fox’s season-ending ACL injury in pre-season.
Now boss Stephen Robinson has turned to former Millwall keeper Archer - capped twice by Scotland - to fill the void.
Robinson said: “To be able to bring in a ‘keeper of Jordan’s quality is fortunate and he will challenge Aaron Chapman for the jersey.
“Jordan has been capped by Scotland and played games in the Championship and League One in England. He arrives with a strong pedigree.
“We had a decision whether to bring someone else in or bring back PJ Morrison from his loan at Falkirk.
“Given that PJ is likely to play for them this weekend and stake a claim for a regular spot, we felt it was best for his development to remain there.”
Archer said: “I’m glad to be here, and I’m ready if called upon.
“It’s an opportunity for me to try and play games. It’s my first time playing club football in Scotland, and I am looking forward to the new challenge.”
