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STORY OF THE MATCH | RANGERS (A)
25th November 2024
Dundee United today secured the signing of Latvian centre half Pavels Mihadjuks on a short term deal until the end of the season, subject to international clearance.
The powerful 29 year old was a free agent when his contract with former club FK Ventspils expired at the end of the year, after previously being with FK Riga. The player also had a spell at Inverness Caledonian Thistle during season 2008/2009 and was keen to return to the UK.
Manager Peter Houston said, "I've been aware of this player and his availability for some time, particularly after he impressed in his short time with Inverness Caley. Pavels is a quality defender with real presence and when it became apparent over the weekend that injuries were going to leave us short defensively, I moved quickly to secure his services until the end of the season. This will not only provide us with immediate and quality cover, but will also allow us, and Pavels, time to see whether this short term deal should be extended beyond then.
"Assuming all the necessary clearances come through on time, Pavels will go straight into the squad for Wednesday night's game against Hamilton."
The powerful 29 year old was a free agent when his contract with former club FK Ventspils expired at the end of the year, after previously being with FK Riga. The player also had a spell at Inverness Caledonian Thistle during season 2008/2009 and was keen to return to the UK.
Manager Peter Houston said, "I've been aware of this player and his availability for some time, particularly after he impressed in his short time with Inverness Caley. Pavels is a quality defender with real presence and when it became apparent over the weekend that injuries were going to leave us short defensively, I moved quickly to secure his services until the end of the season. This will not only provide us with immediate and quality cover, but will also allow us, and Pavels, time to see whether this short term deal should be extended beyond then.
"Assuming all the necessary clearances come through on time, Pavels will go straight into the squad for Wednesday night's game against Hamilton."
