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Paul Hartley has added to his attacking options with the capture of Ola Lawal from Falkirk.

The twenty-two year old joins us on loan for the rest of the season and goes straight into the squad for the weekend. He will wear the number twenty-nine shirt during his time at Balmoral.

Having begun his career in his native Ireland, Ola signed for Falkirk in the summer of 2022 and has featured in around forty matches for John McGlynn’s side, scoring five goals.

He believes this is the right move for him at this stage of his career:

“I’m pleased to be here, excited to be joining Cove, and I am ready to get started, to help get the victories we need and to push on in the league campaign.

“When you’re in football, it’s all about playing, and I want to start more games, to feel as if I’m playing my part. I want to prove to everyone that I’m good enough to be playing consistently at this level.

“I feel as if I’m a creative player, I think I can offer flair and skill. I know Rumarn (Burrell) from last season at Falkirk and I’m looking forward to linking-up with him again. I want to get goals and assists, that’s the best part of playing; I enjoy that, and I enjoy winning. That’s what we all want.

“It’s not an easy division, but we just need to try to get as many points as possible and look for promotion. That’s the goal for all of us.

“I’ve got to say, the gaffer has been great. He just wants me to play and to enjoy myself, to fall back in love with the game.”

Paul Hartley says the Irishman will be an exciting addition to the squad:

“Ola is a talented boy, has good height, and can play as a number ten or off the side. He is skilful and likes to take players on, and he has the attributes to make a real impact with us.

“Obviously, Rumarn knows him well, and he has spoken highly of Ola. I am looking forward to working with him.”

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