SNS GroupSt Johnstone have signed former Hibernian and St Mirren midfielder Stephen Mallan.
The 29-year-old has put pen to paper on a one-year deal that will keep him at McDiarmid Park until the end of the season.
Mallan, who most recently played for Salford City, took part in St Johnstone’s friendly with Dundee United on Tuesday as a trialist.
He has also had spells with Barnsley down south and Turkish side Yeni Malatyaspor.
St Johnstone confirmed the signing on Friday, and Mallan, who recently spent a year out of the game, said he is “buzzing” to get back on the pitch.
He said: “I’m just buzzing to get back playing football. I’m thankful to St Johnstone for believing in me, and I’m really looking to hit the ground running.
“I was happy with how my body felt in the friendly against Dundee United. It was a tough run-out against a team preparing for Europe – and the boys did well.
“I’m hoping to bring creativity, assists and goals. I pride myself on bringing as much as possible to help the team.
“I’m determined to show what I have got as an individual and as a team player. The time out has opened my eyes to football and how much I missed it. I’ve got real hunger to do well.
“I’ve missed waking up on a Saturday and having that feeling of getting out on the pitch with your teammates and friends.”
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